File extension .DT2
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Live Messenger Avatar Format | Microsoft | Raster Image Files |
The DT2 file extension is used for Windows Live Messenger Emoticon Image File. It is a proprietary image format used in the Microsoft Live Messenger program as part of its emoticons collection to be used within conversations. A DT2 file contains a binary image saved in a special format that can be loaded directly by the messenger.
The format is specific to the emoticon images, allowing them to be stored in a proprietary way and easily loaded during a conversation as needed. The DT2 format includes special metadata associated with each image such as versioning information, the size of each emoticon, and whether it is animated or not.
Similar File Extensions
Some of similar file extensions for DT2 could be ANM, AVS, BMP, CUR, FPT, GIF, HPX, ICN, IFF, JBG, JPE, JPEG, etc.
Advantages of DT2 Format
The advantages of the proprietary DT2 file format are its smaller file size and faster loading times when compared to other image formats like GIF, PNG, and JPEG. While GIF was designed for simpler animations, the Windows Live Messenger's DT2 format is cellular animated which makes it capable of playing complex animations even with its small file sizes. This allows users to utilize more complex images that load faster during conversations.
Another advantage of the proprietary format is that it ensures portability between different versions of the application since users are more likely to possess newer versions while others remain with older versions. This makes them compatible regardless of which version the image was exported from, making sure that everyone sees the same image during a conversation.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .DT2) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .DT2 extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .DT2 file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .DT2 extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .DT2 extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .DT2 file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .DT2 file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .DT2 file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .DT2 file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .DT2 file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
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