File with an .ARD extension contains a project of a 3D or 2D object in the ArtiosCAD native format, provided by Esko company. Projects may include packaging’s textures, holders and expositors.

ArtiosCAD software contains a number of tools dedicated for packaging designers, including also possibility to create prototypes supporting manufacturing. There is a possibility to export it into different Esko programs into ARD format with the ArtiosCAD Export Plug-in.