What is an ESD file?
ESD is a file used by Microsoft electronic software downloaded ESL software. The file is used to download purchased Microsoft products. It saves the downloaded software into an encrypted format. It’s also for installing purchased software and they can’t be opened manually.
ESD files are sometimes used when installing software upgrades. For instance, upgrading to windows 7 or windows 8 using Microsoft upgrade assistant, or, when purchasing the software through Microsoft online store. Windows also use the files internally during the update process.
Winapyload.esd is a common ESD file name, downloaded using Microsoft electronic software download.
These files store an encrypted windows imaging format (.WIM) file. You can use a text editor to open esd files. Also, you can use an expert scan, a program by AutoData, to access these files.
Wim converter is a free tool that converts Microsoft ESD files to WIM or SWM (a split WIM file) and can be used to exports the files into pdf.
How to Make ESD Files
Below are some software programs that can open ESD files. Download one to open your file now.