.BDS File

.bds is Cadcorp SIS base dataset

Key Features: .BDS File Extension

Features	Description
File Extension	.bds
Format	N/A
Created by	Computer Aided Development Corporation Limited
Category	GIS

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How to open:
How to convert:

What is an .BDS file?

The bds file extension is associated with the Cadcorp Map Manager, a tool for preparing, configuring, and managing both spatial data and metadata for the web, desktop etc.

The bds file contains base dataset.

How to open:

As far as we know, these datasets are only useable in Cadcorp Map Manager.

How to convert:

If any program can export or convert .bds files, it would be the original Cadcorp Map Manager.

Computer Aided Development Corporation Limited

.bds - File Extension

GIS

N/A

How to solve problems with BDS files

Associate the BDS file extension with the correct application. On :
Windows: Right click on any BDS file and then click "Open with" > "Choose another app". Now select another program and check the box "Always use this app to open *.BDS files". Mac: Right click (or Ctrl-click) the BDS file, then click "Open with" > "Other...". Then choose another program and check the "Always Open With" box. Linux: Right click on the file, and select "Open with" and choose another program. iPhone: Tap the file. If you do not see an app to open the file, then tap Share "Share" and choose an app. Alternatively, save the file. Then open the Files app Files app. There long-press on the file, then release your finger. You will see a black menu bar. Then tap "Share" and select an app. Android: Tap the Settings icon on your smartphone, then tap on the Apps section. There tap the Options icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen to change the default apps.
Update your software that should actually open .BDS is Cadcorp SIS base dataset. Because only the current version supports the latest BDS file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Computer Aided Development Corporation Limited manufacturer website after an available .BDS is Cadcorp SIS base dataset update.
To make sure that your BDS file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with antivirus software.