File extension .GRD
The .GRD file extension stands for Adobe Photoshop Gradient File. This file type is associated with the Adobe Photoshop software program, a professional image editing suite available on desktop and laptop computers. It stores various gradients and settings that can be used in the software. GRD files save information about color, shape, opacity and angle or direction for a gradient. Gradients offer an easy way to transition colors within an image.
Applications
GRD files are integrated within Adobe Photoshop (Photoshop). They are created and saved when users create a gradient within an image. Other graphics programs often use their own proprietary file format for Gradients, such as Affinity Photos' .AFG, Corel PaintShop Pro's JGR, GIMP's GGH, and Paint.NET's .PGN.
Opening GRD Files
To open a GRD file, it must be done directly within Adobe Photoshop. They cannot be opened or edited in any other application. Likewise, other applications require their own proprietary formats to be used – not the GRD format.
Platforms
Adobe Photoshop supports both Mac and Windows platforms. GRD files can be used interchangeably between these platforms as there is no difference in the way that they save and store data.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .GRD) 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 .GRD 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 .GRD 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 .GRD 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 .GRD extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .GRD file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .GRD 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 .GRD file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .GRD file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .GRD 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
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