The table below provides some useful information about the .ds_store extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .ds_store file?
- What program do I need to open a .ds_store file?
- Where can I find the specifications for .ds_store?
- How can I convert .ds_store file to another format?
We hope you find this page helpful and a valuable resource.
Details of extension .ds_store
1 extension(s) and 0 alias(es) found in database.
Problems with .ds_store files?
First check your registry for hidden errors!
| Extension: | .ds_store |
|---|---|
| Type: | Mac OS X Folder Settings |
| Category: | Data |
| Mime type: | application/octet-stream |
| Description: | |
| DS_STORE file is a Mac OS X Folder Settings. DS_Store is a hidden file created by Mac OS X operating system to store custom attributes of a folder such as the position of icons or the choice of a background image. | |
| [Detailed description] [Sample not yet available] | |
| Open with: | Mac OS X |
| Program name: | |
| Related links: | |
| none | |
| Aliases: | |
| none | |
| Related extensions: | |
| icns, trashes | |
Recommended software for .ds_store files
Cannot open .ds_store files on your system?
When windows gives you an error message saying that it cannot open
.ds_store 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.









