File extension .DRA
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| OrCAD PCB Drawing Format | Cadence Design Systems | CAD Files |
The DRA file extension refers to the OrCAD Drawing File format, developed by Cadence Design Systems, Inc. It is a vector graphics format commonly used for creating schematic diagrams and circuit board drawings in OrCAD PCB Design System. The drawing is stored as a binary data file, which can include vector shapes, text labels, object parameters, images and embedded attributes. It supports layers, symbols, lines, boxes, curves, and various drawing objects.
Features:
The DRA file format supports both 32-bit and 64-bit systems and provides several features for efficient drawing document management. It allows components to be individually assigned visibility tags, queries and layer management controls so that the user can easily identify parts of the drawing for export or highlight certain elements of the design. Furthermore, DRA files can also store device information for MAC layouts and symbol search libraries.
Compatible File Formats:
The DRA file format is natively supported in OrCAD PCB Designer Professional, but it can also be exported to other formats such as PDF, DXF, EDIF, and IGES. It can also be opened with certain other CAD software such as AutoCAD, CorelCAD, and GstarCAD.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .DRA) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .DRA extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .DRA file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .DRA extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .DRA extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .DRA file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .DRA file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .DRA file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .DRA file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .DRA file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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