The table below provides some useful information about the .vtf extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .vtf file?
- What program do I need to open a .vtf file?
- Where can I find the specifications for .vtf?
- How can I convert .vtf file to another format?
We hope you find this page helpful and a valuable resource.
Details of extension .vtf
1 extension(s) and 0 alias(es) found in database.
Problems with .vtf files?
First check your registry for hidden errors!
| Extension: | .vtf |
|---|---|
| Type: | Valve Source Texture Data |
| Category: | Development |
| Mime type: | application/octet-stream |
| Description: | |
| VTF file is a Valve Source Texture Data. The Valve Texture Format (VTF) is the proprietary texture format used by the Source engine. The Source engine is a 3D game engine developed by Valve Corporation. It debuted in October 2004 with Half-Life 2. VTF stands for "Valve Texture Format". | |
| [Detailed description] [Sample not yet available] | |
| Open with: | Valve Source SDK |
| Program name: | |
| Related links: | |
| none | |
| Aliases: | |
| none | |
| Related extensions: | |
| ani, mdl, phy, vmt, vtx, vvd | |
Cannot open .vtf files on your system?
When windows gives you an error message saying that it cannot open
.vtf files, this means either:
- You need to identify a program that can open the file or
- Your registry may be damaged.
RECOMMENDED:
In both cases it is strongly recommended that you
run a free scan for registry errors.









