The table below provides some useful information about the .ds extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .ds file?
- What program do I need to open a .ds file?
- Where can I find the specifications for .ds?
- How can I convert .ds file to another format?
We hope you find this page helpful and a valuable resource.
Details of extension .ds
1 extension(s) and 0 alias(es) found in database.
Problems with .ds files?
First check your registry for hidden errors!
| Extension: | .ds |
|---|---|
| Type: | TWAIN Data Source |
| Category: | Application |
| Mime type: | application/octet-stream |
| Description: | |
| DS file is a TWAIN Data Source. TWAIN Data Source (.ds) file is a user-mode DLL that supports the TWAIN protocol. TWAIN is a standard software protocol and applications programming interface (API) that regulates communication between software applications and imaging devices such as scanners and digital cameras. | |
| [Detailed description] [Sample not yet available] | |
| Open with: | |
| Program name: | |
| Related links: | |
| TWAIN Information TWAIN on Wikipedia |
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| Aliases: | |
| none | |
| Related extensions: | |
| dll, rll | |
Recommended software for .ds files
Cannot open .ds files on your system?
When windows gives you an error message saying that it cannot open
.ds files, this means either:
- You need to identify a program that can open the file or
- Your registry may be damaged.
RECOMMENDED:
In both cases it is strongly recommended that you
run a free scan for registry errors.









