.DAT File Extension

A DAT file contains data created by a specific application. It may have binary or text format data. DAT files are typically accessed only by the application that created them. Many programs create, open, or reference DAT files.

The .dat extension indicates a data file. These files contain information for the program used to create them. Desktop and mobile apps reference .dat files. You need relevant apps to open other file types like video, audio, PDF.

The .dat extension has three letters by convention. This makes file names easier to remember and read. There are no limits to naming, but long extensions are hard to read.

Programs create .dat files to hold data only they can read. There have been countless .dat file versions over the years as programmes create them to hold data.

The .dat file format contains any data, usually with a .dat extension. It may have binary or text format data, usually application-specific information. You may find them with configuration files like .dll files. Some file types with .dat extensions: VCD video files, Exchange email attachments.

While .dat file formats and purposes vary significantly, they are used by applications for storing data. We explore different .dat file uses and how to open, read and convert them. We discuss Python solutions and converting to Excel. The .dat format generically stores “data”. It has no standard structure and is application-specific.

.dat files sometimes include program data, so shouldn’t be manually modified. Text-formatted data can be opened in any text editor. .dat files in CSV format can be imported and converted. Many programs on various operating systems support .dat files.

The .dat extension describes a file with some kind of data. Its formatting depends on the creating program. .dat files can be copied to any system, but may not open properly. Many programs support .dat files across operating systems.

This explains .dat files – what they are, why they’re used, how to open them. .dat stands for “data”. There’s no standard format. You might need to search to view or open them.

A .dat file extension indicates a generic data file. DAT files contain application-specific information. The format handles data in text or binary. Each application processes .dat files differently.

DAT files were used in Minecraft to store map chunks. Chunks are small loading map pieces. The chunks used 16 x 16 x 128 dimensions. Later Minecraft versions introduced a “Region” format instead.

File extensions show the program associated with a file. Many Minecraft Bedrock extensions start with .mc.

.mcaddon files contain .mcpack or .mcworld. These modify Minecraft Bedrock. .mcpack zips packs to transfer between users.

.mcmeta configures resource packs. .mcproject opens only in Editor.

DAT files can uninstall programs. Inno Setup creates them. They uninstall if chosen.

Level.dat files override same name .dats. They use NBT format.

Classic server .dats store map levels. Minecraft formats are documented. The files hold current in-game maps.

Servers use .dats for player states. Levels use them for inventories. In Pocket Edition, plugins or Essentials folders contain userdata. The folder name defaults to “world”. UUIDs store player data. Local player inventories take precedence.

.dats contain program-specific data. The .dat extension is generic. The files can hold anything. Text-based .dats open in text editors. Programs typically access only their .dats.

A DAT file stores data for specific applications. For Piriform applications, they store registration and portability information. To run a portable application, create a blank file named piriform.dat. Save it to the installation directory, like C:\Program Files\CCleaner\. The application will then store settings in a file like CCleaner.ini. The piriform.dat file contents do not matter. An empty or non-empty file works the same. Other uses are for Windows Registry to store hives, GameMaker Studio for sound effects, Inno Setup for uninstaller data, and Bitcoin wallet data. You should not edit your Piriform registration key DAT file. The application may then run in trial mode instead of full mode. To open a DAT file, you need the program that created it. Media players, Adobe Reader and other apps open audio, video, PDF and other content types.

When you uninstall a program, the uninstaller references its Inno Setup DAT file. The Windows registry stores settings in DAT files. These include passwords and file associations. Windows applies DAT file settings when you log in. An example is NTUSER.DAT. It stores user-level settings in Users folder. NTUSER.DAT has important settings; never delete it.

Inno Setup has a .dat file and .exe file. The .exe uses .dat info to uninstall the program. An email .dat file is winmail.dat. It holds formatting when a mail program cannot read the source formatting.

Many programs use .dat files. They store program-specific data. DLL files often accompany .dat files. The .dat files help DLLs and programs work. If text-based, view .dat files in a text editor. Otherwise, the associated program is needed to open them.

When you install a program using Inno Setup, it creates unins000.exe and unins000.dat files. If you uninstall, Windows runs unins000.exe to remove the program’s files using unins000.dat. We have free online .DAT apps to view, edit, convert, merge, split, and compare DAT files without installing anything. NTUSER.DAT stores Windows user settings and loads when logging in. It may include account details and passwords. Minecraft uses DAT to store inventory, position, and world data. Applications like CCleaner use DAT files for typical operations.

The Windows Registry uses DAT files in hives to store settings. Hives contain keys, subkeys and values. DAT files load when logging into Windows. They differ between operating systems. HKEY_CURRENT_USER supporting files are in %SystemRoot%\Profiles\Username. Others are in %SystemRoot%\System32\Config. Extensions indicate data type. HKCR contains file associations and COM registration. Five main hives are HKCR, HKCU, HKLM, HKU, and HKCC. Reg_dword contains binary hardware data viewable in hexadecimal.

Hives are logical key sets with primary, log, and backup files. HKEY_CURRENT_CONFIG is in System hive files. HKEY_CURRENT_USER uses Ntuser.dat. SAM and Security hives also store data.

Go to the U.S. Nonimmigrant Visa Application website. Select RETRIEVE AN APPLICATION. Follow the prompts. Use your ID and DAT file to open your application. A DAT file is generic data created by an application. It may contain binary or text data. Typically, only the application that created a DAT file accesses it. Many programs create, open, or reference DAT files. Also, many DAT files only support the application. They are not meant to be opened manually.

To open your DS-160 application, go to the Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application. Select where you will apply. Then select a previously saved application on your computer. A DAT file has a binary format. It is developed by the U.S. Department of State. To create DAT files, use any text editor or software that handles them. Windows can automatically find programs to open a DAT file. If not, install proper software. Then you can view, edit and save the file. Consider downloading free or paid applications with the right functionality.

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The DAT file extension represents SimCity 4 game data. SimCity 4 is a city building simulation game. It may contain SC4MODEL, SC4LOT, and SC4DESC files used for game content. Player created SimCity 4 modifications are commonly DAT files. Players must place mod DAT files in the plugins folder to use them.

iLives Reader or DatGen can view and edit DAT files. These applications let players browse DAT file contents without installing anything. DAT files package related game data for easier loading. SimCity 4 uses proprietary data files, bundled into DATs. For example, SC4MODEL, SC4LOT, and SC4DESC files that load a city lot.

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Developers can save a GameMaker Studio game’s audio assets in a separate audio-only DAT package saved with the primary asset package. DAT files are not meant to be viewed by players. However, players can view, edit or add to a DAT file’s contents using UndertaleModTool, a modding tool.

GameMaker:Studio may convert between the listed file types as well. GameMaker:Studio is capable of opening the files listed below. The application’s manual provides information about converting between formats. You can find the manual on GameMaker:Studio’s website. We cannot provide support for this product, so contact the developer if there is a problem.

GameMaker Studio is a game engine by YoYo Games, released in May 2012. It has its own data format, which they use in newer versions too. This page covers extracting GameMaker: Studio 1.4-2022.x data. GameMaker Studio 2 is now called GameMaker.

A DAT file stores information for the application it refers to. You’ll find them by themselves or with configuration files. No specific program creates or uses every DAT file. Many applications use them as references for operations. You’ll see them if a video file or malformed email attachment.

The list of extensions associated with GameMaker:Studio may not be complete. It may use other filename extensions too. Consult the manual for more information. Only download from trusted sources. If the file has a signature, verify it’s valid from a trusted location.

GMEZ files relate to GameMaker Studio, a game development tool with editor, asset manager, code editor, and GameMaker Language (GML). For information, visit the manufacturer’s website.

GameMaker works with many file extensions by default – configuration files, project data, logs, and output data. Below is information about supported files.

The DAT file extension is a GameMaker Studio Audio Data Package. GameMaker Studio features a level editor, asset manager, code editor, and GameMaker Language (GML).

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LithTech is a game engine. Users compile game resources to binary DAT files which the game uses. This format is classified as Game. Morpheus is discontinued file sharing software. It used an adware DAT file to display ads. This format is classified as Data.

Generally to manage extensions a user opens Game Maker, goes to Extensions, and clicks Install to locate and add via a GEX file. Game Maker decrypts and stores component GED and DAT files. Filenames use the GED Name with .ged or .dat extensions.

Browse all Game Maker Studio 2-associated DAT files here and quickly find the file you want!

Hi I’d like to embed the data.win file within GameMaker Studio’s executable to distribute with one file. Any solutions appreciated.

Clickteam Fusion created applications that include a DAT file will automatically access the assets stored in that file when installing or running. The DAT extension files may store asset packages used by the Clickteam Fusion 2.5 edition toolkit to build and deploy custom video games. Therefore, the DAT format files typically contain images, dialogues and other game data. While the project is in “under development”, all designed apps are stored as MFA files.

Many Clickteam programs use their own formats. This page lists formats and the associated programs. The Games Factory save files use the icon. Multimedia Fusion 2 and Clickteam Fusion 2.5 can import but not export back to CCA. Samples and music can be imported by selecting this file type which has no icon. Multimedia Fusion 1.0-1.5 uses LIB for sources of objects easily added to projects. Multimedia Fusion 2 and 2.5 save files use the icon.

A DAT file usually stores application specific information. Sometimes stand alone but often with DLLs. File extensions associate DAT files to programs and purposes. ClrMamePro DAT/MAME Listinfo has a hex header. COMit modems configuration has a hex header.

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A DAT file stores data for applications. Programs create and use DAT files. Users don’t open DAT files manually. “.dat” is an extension. The file format inside is important. It could be .bin or other extensions. If renamed, the encryption remains the same. A tool may read the special format coded for some games. File analysis can help understand and extract the content.

When analyzing Wii games, file formats matter. ISO files distribute disc contents digitally. They backup games for emulators like Dolphin. WAD files install to Wii memory. ShowMiiWads views WAD contents.

DAT files relate to computer games. They store game data. Many other file types also use the .DAT extension. These include program data, videos, audios, images, game caches, drive images, thumbnails and more.

DAT files contain program-specific information. The .dat extension is generic. Many apps reference DAT files. Video, audio and PDF files may be DAT files requiring specific apps to open. How do you open a .dat file? The format inside determines what app is needed.

Modding Prison Architect gameplay uses DAT files. Modders extract DAT files with 7-Zip. This produces a data folder with assets. Modifying or replacing these assets creates custom mods. Prison Architect loads modified assets instead of originals.

DAT files are in these Prison Architect locations:
Windows: ~/Prison Architect
MacOS: In Prison Architect.app/Contents/Resources
Linux: ~/Prison Architect

Common DAT filenames:
main.dat
sprites.dat

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