What Is an ARD File?

A file with the ARDfile extensionmight be an ArtiosCAD workspace file that contains a drawing or a 3D design.

They’re used with the ArtiosCAD program from Esko.

ARD files in Windows 10 that open with ArtiosCAD Viewer

However, your specific ARD file could instead be an Alphacam Router drawing.

The same is true for ARD files used with IBM software.

Still Can’t Open It?

If your file doesn’t open with the suggestions above, double-check that you’re reading the extension correctly.