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HDS File Extension

HDS file extension is created by Microsoft, also known as Microsoft PlayReady Data File. HDS has been classified as Data Files. This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open HDS files in Microsoft PlayReady program.



Microsoft PlayReady Data File Type

Microsoft PlayReady Data File Type
Extension .hds
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (51 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Microsoft PlayReady
Category Data Files
Format Binary
Updated 12/1/2024

What is a HDS File Type?

When upgrading the Microsoft Silverlight software, HDS files are most often encountered, which can cause Netflix streaming to malfunction. Many have solved this problem by shutting down all programs, deleting mspr.hds or renaming it to mspr.hds.bak, and restarting Netflix. Netflix will create a new copy of the mspr.hds file on reboot, which fixes the distribution problem.



Free online HDS Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .HDS (Microsoft PlayReady Data File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to HDS, merge, split and compare the HDS files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.



HDS Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Microsoft PlayReady Data File .HDS File Extensions while opening the .HDS files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open HDS Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Microsoft PlayReady Data File on your system such as Microsoft PlayReady.
  2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft PlayReady program for *.hds (Microsoft PlayReady Data File) files.

    Associate HDS Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.HDS (e.g example.hds) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Microsoft Microsoft PlayReady program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .hds files.

    Associate HDS Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.HDS (e.g example.hds) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Microsoft Microsoft PlayReady program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Microsoft PlayReady extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related HDS File Extensions

HDS default file extension is .HDS and other similer related extensions are:



All Platform Software Programs for HDS File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the HDS files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open HDS File on Windows

Software License Developer
Microsoft PlayReady image. Microsoft PlayReady 000 for Windows Paid Microsoft

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen HDS File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
Parallels Desktop for Mac image. Parallels Desktop for Mac 15 for MacOs Commercial Parallels

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen HDS file on Linux

Software License Developer

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen HDS file on Web

Software License Developer

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen HDS file on iOS

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Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen HDS file on Android

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

HDS file extension icon image.About HDS - Microsoft PlayReady Data File

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Updated 12/1/2024


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