File Extension Database

Open HDR File

HDR files can be used for a variety of uses, for example:

High Dynamic Range Image File

The HDR extension files, in this application, are raster images or digital photos saved in the proprietary format of HDRsoft High Dynamic Range.

With this file, improvements are made to the image, especially in the range of color and brightness of the same.

The HDR file can be processed to correct dark shadows or areas of an image that have been washed out.

HDR software has the ability to compose multiple photos with different exposures to create a single image with a full and evenly distributed color range.

ESRI BIL Header File

In this case, HDR files have a header format and it is used as a GIS file which contains header information for BIL format files.

The HDR file is an auxiliary format where the layout and format of the BIL file is specified so that it can be parsed and placed in real coordinates when combined with a separate geo reference file.

In this case HDR files are stored in ASCII text format.

The following software packages can be used to work with HDR files (depending on the format of the HDR file):

Typical HDR application file locations:

"C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop CS4 (64 Bit)\Photoshop.exe" "%1"

Frequently used application names to open HDR files:

Adobe - Adobe Photoshop CS4 (64 Bit)

Frequently associated Windows objects:

Photoshop.PortableBitMapFile.11

How Can I Open HDR File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open HDR file is to find a HDR file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a HDR 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 HDR 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 HDR file opener then try to search online for "HDR viewer", "application to open HDR file" or "open HDR file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open HDR file

How Can I Open HDR File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a HDR file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a HDR 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 HDR file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as HDR file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open HDR file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open HDR file then try to search for "HDR viewer", "application to open HDR file" or "read HDR file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read HDR file

How Can I Open HDR File on Android

If you downloaded a HDR 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 HDR 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 "HDR".
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 "HDR viewer", "HDR 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 HDR File on iPhone or iPad

To open HDR 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 HDR 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 "HDR". This way you can find apps which can open HDR 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 "HDR viewer" or "HDR file" online in your favorite search engine.

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