File Extension Database

Open CDG File

A CDG extension file is a song track image created in the Compact Disc + Graphics format, hence the CDG extension.

The CDG contains a raw, unconverted, usually low-resolution image and is used to display a graphic that corresponds to a song in an associated audio file.

The characteristics of the CDG file define the technical specifications for audio compact discs.

One of the most common uses for CDG files is to display graphics and lyrics while playing music on a karaoke system.

Run a CDG file

This type of file can be played using either a computer or a karaoke-compatible player that will display the graphics stored in the file.

Otherwise, if a CDG disc is played on a common media player, it might be possible to listen to only the audio.

Software to open a CDG file

How Can I Open CDG File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open CDG file is to find a CDG file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a CDG file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open CDG file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as CDG file opener then try to search online for "CDG viewer", "application to open CDG file" or "open CDG file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open CDG file

How Can I Open CDG File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a CDG file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a CDG file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with CDG file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as CDG file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open CDG file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open CDG file then try to search for "CDG viewer", "application to open CDG file" or "read CDG file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read CDG file

How Can I Open CDG File on Android

If you downloaded a CDG file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded CDG file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "CDG".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "CDG viewer", "CDG file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open CDG File on iPhone or iPad

To open CDG File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the CDG file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "CDG". This way you can find apps which can open CDG files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "CDG viewer" or "CDG file" online in your favorite search engine.

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