.SLD File Extension

SLD files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: AutoCAD Slide File

A slide file has a header (31 bytes) and data records. Coordinates and sizes reflect the drawing area where the slide was created. Point (0,0) is the lower-left corner. For AutoCAD Release 9+, the hea...

General Information

Title SLD File Extension
Extension .sld
Full Form AutoCAD Slide File
File Type CAD File
Developer Autodesk
MIME Type application/x-sld

File Function

Primary Function Store slide
Additional Functions View representation
Features Raster image, Vector data

File Characteristics

Quality High resolution
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Presentations Yes
Archiving Yes
Previewing Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low risk
Best Practices Regular updates, Authorized access

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Early AutoCAD
Latest Version Varies with AutoCAD

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .dwg, .dxf, .dwt

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
AutoCAD Paid Windows, Mac
AutoCAD LT Paid Windows, Mac
Slide Libraries N/A N/A

Type 2: Styled Layer Descriptor File

General Information

Title SLD File Extension
Extension .sld
Full Form Styled Layer Descriptor File
File Type