File extension .TSV
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Tab Separated Values Format | N/A | Data Files |
The TSV file extension is associated with files that contain tab-separated values. They are plain text files and typically used in spreadsheet programs such as Microsoft Excel or databases such as MySQL. TSV files are particularly beneficial for transferring data between programs and databases since the separators within a single row can be seen more clearly than with a comma or space separated file, which are also popular choices for this purpose.
The majority of computers have text editors preinstalled that can open and operate on TSV files. Popular examples include Notepad, WordPad, and TextEdit. There are also online tools and viewers available that open TSV files, like the Tabula tool.
Similar File Extensions
Other text-based file formats for transferring tabular data include the .CSV, .SSV, and .DAT formats.
When a program exports a file as TSV, it also adds additional information inside the file itself that provides more detail on the content being represented. The specific types of additional information will be program-specific and could contain column ordering, column titles and other pieces of metadata surrounding the data itself and how it should be interpreted by downstream applications and programs. This knowledge helps to ensure that information is accurately read from system to system.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .TSV) 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 .TSV 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 .TSV 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 .TSV 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 .TSV extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .TSV file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .TSV 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 .TSV file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .TSV file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .TSV 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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