PCB file openers, viewers, etc. These apps are known to open certain types of PCB files. Remember, different programs may use PCB files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.

Many people share .dsn files without attaching instructions on how to use it. Yet it isn’t evident for everyone which program a .dsn file can be edited, converted or printed with. On this page, we try to provide assistance for handling .dsn files.

• PADS, Protel and several other programs use.pcb as a file extension. Most store the data as lines of text describing the start and end points of track segments and pad shapes so it you open it in a text editor you might find clues.
• Mar 16, 2018 About PCB Files. Our goal is to help you understand what a file with a.pcb suffix is and how to open it. The Printed Circuit Board Design file type, file format description, and Mac, Windows, and Linux programs listed on this page have been individually researched and verified by the FileInfo team.

3 filename extension(s) found in our database.

.dsn - ODBC Data Source Name

DSN file is a ODBC Data Source Name. Data Source Name (DSN) is a data structure that contains the information about a specific database that an Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) driver needs in order to connect to it. DSN file contains the relevant information within a text file.

Application:

-

Category:

Data files

Mime-type:

application/octet-stream

Magic:

- / -

Aliases:

-

ODBC Data Source Name related extensions:

.mj

MovieJack DVD Ripper File

.pxc

Photodex ProShow Cache

.tdf

DVD X Copy TDF File

.vym

VYM Mind Map

.bt

Binary Terrain Data

.wtg

WAsP Wind Turbine Generator Data

.dsn - SPECCTRA Design File

The DSN data files are related to KiCad. DSN file is a SPECCTRA Design File. SPECCTRA is the most used product for automatic pcb routing. Its shape based routing technology can be added to most pcb tools on the market like OrCAD and Allegro.

Application:

KiCad

Category:

Data files

Mime-type:

application/octet-stream

Magic:

- / -

Aliases:

-

SPECCTRA Design File related extensions:

.brd

KiCad Board Layout File

.cmp

KiCad Parts-to-module Assignments Data

.kicad_pcb

KiCad PCB Design Document

.net

KiCad Netlist Data

.pro

KiCad Project File

.sch

KiCad Schematic Document

.dsn - Proteus Electronics Design

The DSN document files are related to Proteus. DSN file is a Proteus Electronics Design. Proteus is a design software developed by Labcenter Electronics for electronic circuit simulation, schematic capture and PCB design.

Application:

Proteus

Category:

Document files

Mime-type:

application/octet-stream

Magic:

- / -

Aliases:

-

Proteus Electronics Design related extensions:

.lyt

Proteus Electronics Layout

.pdsbak

Proteus Project Backup

.pdsprj

Proteus Project

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Naturally, other applications may also use the .dsn file extension. Even harmful programs can create .dsn files. Be especially cautious with .dsn files coming from an unknown source!

Can't open a .dsn file?

When you double-click a file to open it, Windows examines the filename extension. If Windows recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When Windows does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

Windows can't open this file:
example.dsn
To open this file, Windows needs to know what program you want to use to open it. Windows can go online to look it up automatically, or you can manually select one from a list of programs that are installed on your computer.

To avoid this error, you need to set the file association correctly.

• Open Control Panel > Control Panel Home > Default Programs > Set Associations.
• Select a file type in the list and click Change Program.

The .dsn file extension is often given incorrectly!

According to the searches on our site, these misspellings were the most common in the past year:

csn, dcn, den, dn, dns, ds, dsb, dsg, dsh, dsj, dsm, dwn, dxn, esn, fsn

Is it possible that the filename extension is misspelled?

Similar file extensions in our database:

.csn

Adobe Dreamweaver Code Snippet Data

.esn

Windows XP Cache Data

.csn

Race Studio 2 Custom Sensors Data

.ssn

Samsung S Note File

.dns

Microsoft Windows DNS Server Database

.csn

Dreamweaver Code Snippet File

Operating systems

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Do I have the right program?

If you don’t have a program installed on your computer that’s compatible with PCB files, you won’t be able to open one. See if you have one of the most common programs associated with PCB files listed below.

How To Open Pcb File

• P-CAD Database
• PowerPoint Application Data File
• Print Shop Deluxe Business Card
• Protel Technology Advanced PCB Design
• ExpressPCB Printed Circuit Board Layout
• CADSTAR Printed Circuit Board Design
• PC-Doctor File
• PCB Artist Printed Circuit Board file
• PADS Printed Circuit Board
• Unknown 3.0 Binary File
• PCB Layout Check Design Rule Template
• ACCEL or Protel Printed Circuit Board File
• Broderbund Print Shop Business Card
• Ivex Winboard Design File
• Unknown 4.0 Binary File

What type of file is it?

When you can’t open PCB files, try to figure out the file type. This can help you find the right program to open it. Usually, PCB files are considered Data Files. However, you can look up the file type to be sure. Start by right-clicking the file icon and clicking “Properties” (“More Info” if you’re on a Mac). Then look for the file type under “Type of File” (“Kind” on a Mac).

Can a developer help?

When you can’t open PCB files, a software developer might be able to help. The developers for the programs mentioned above are as follows:

Try contacting one of these developers to find out how you can open your PCB file.

How To Open Pcb File Extension

Can I use a universal file viewer?

A universal file viewer is the way to go when you have PCB files that can’t be opened by any other program. Install a universal file viewer like File Magic (Download) and see if it will open your PCB file. Remember that if your file is not compatible, the universal file viewer will only open it in binary format.

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