TXT file: How can I open a .TXT file?
The table below provides useful information about the .txt file extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .txt file?
- What program do I need to open a .txt file?
- How can the .txt file be opened, edited or printed?
- How can I convert .txt files to another format?
We hope you find this page helpful and a valuable resource.
✅ Plain Text Document
The TXT file is a Plain Text Document. Plain text is textual material, usually in a disk file, that is (largely) unformatted.
✅ Steinberg LM-4 Audio Bank Data
The TXT file is a Steinberg LM-4 Audio Bank Data. Steinberg LM-4 a 24-bit VST drum module. It functions as a VST Plugin.
✅ Atari Jaguar Text Segment Data
The TXT file is an Atari Jaguar Text Segment Data. The Atari Jaguar is a 64-bit home video game console that was developed by Atari Corporation, originally released in November 1993.
✅ MilkShape 3D ASCII Data
The TXT file is a MilkShape 3D ASCII Data. MilkShape 3D (MS3D) is a Shareware low polygon 3D modelling program created by Mete Ciragan.
✅ ASAM OSI Plain Text Trace Data
The TXT file is an ASAM OSI Plain Text Trace Data. ASAM OSI (Open Simulation Interface) provides easy and straightforward compatibility between automated driving functions and the variety of driving simulation frameworks available.
⚠ Be careful with .txt files.
It's important to know that the .txt file extension can be used by various programs, not just the ones you expect. This includes potentially harmful software or malware that might create .txt files. Be cautious when dealing with .txt files from unknown sources.
🔄 .txt converters
The following softwares are capable of converting .txt files to other formats:
For example, using the softwares above, a .txt file can be converted into one of the following formats:
🚫 The .txt file extension is often given incorrectly!
According to the searches on our site, these misspellings were the most common in the past year:
Is it possible that the filename extension is misspelled?
We found the following similar file extensions in our database:
🔴 Can't open a .txt file?
When you double-click a file to open it, Windows examines the filename extension. If Windows recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When Windows does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:
Select an app to open this .txt file
It means that the operating system does not have a default app associated with the .txt file type. To resolve this issue and open the file, you can take the following steps:
- Right-click on the .txt file. A context menu will appear.
- From the context menu, select Open with. Windows will display a list of recommended apps.
- If the desired app is listed, select it from the provided options.
- If you cannot find the appropriate app, you may need to install software that supports the specific file type.
If you don't know how to change the default app for the .txt file, check the FAQ.
🔴 Can I change the extension of files?
Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. The extension of a file serves as a hint to the operating system and various software programs about the type of data contained within the file. When you alter a file's extension, you essentially modify how software applications interpret and handle that file. Every file has a specific format, also known as its file type or file format. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format.
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