File extension .DT_
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Macintosh Data Fork Format | N/A | Misc Files |
The DT_ file extension is associated with the Apple macOS and Apple Mac OS X operating systems, as well as certain other versions of the Unix and Linux operating systems. The files which carry this particular file extension are used as data “forks” and store various types of data or information which are associated with an application or system process. In Apple macOS and its later versions, these files are known as resource forks, and they are commonly found within the “.app” bundle along with files containing executable code and configuration settings.
History and Uses of DATA Fork Files
The concept of having separate “forks” to store data dates back to the original Apple computer operating system called “Macintosh System 1”, released in 1984. The addition of data forks was made in order to allow software developers to keep different kinds of data associated with a program separate from the actual code of the application itself. Examples of this kind of data include shape descriptions for icons, menus, layouts, strings and text patterns used by a program, application settings and dialog boxes. The resource fork also stores certain types of digital media such as music, animation, sound and bitmap images which can be played or viewed on demand within the application.
Some other common data fork file extensions include .rsrc, tifd, thng, .SITD, pngf, pictd, pstrd, ppdd, .menu, and .ppcx, many of which have been in existence for many years. While it is generally not possible to open most data fork files directly or manually, they can be accessed or manipulated using certain kinds of utilities.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .DT_) 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 .DT_ 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 .DT_ 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 .DT_ 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 .DT_ extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .DT_ file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .DT_ 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 .DT_ file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .DT_ file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .DT_ file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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