.GTX File Extension

Genome Taxonomy Database eXchange File

The file format determines data storage in the file. Format can be determined from extension and signature. Extension, signature and format must match; otherwise errors occur when opening the file. Ex...

General Information

Title GTX File Extension
Extension .gtx
Full Form Genome Taxonomy Database eXchange File
File Type Data File
Developer Genome Taxonomy Database
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store taxonomic data
Additional Functions Enable data exchange
Features Hierarchical data, Standardization

File Characteristics

Quality Data integrity
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable With tools

Use Cases

Taxonomic Assignment Yes
Microbial Genomics Yes
Biological Research Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Minimal
Best Practices Data verification, Backups

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Depends on GTDB release

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .ncbi, .fasta, .gbk

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
GTDB-Tk Free Windows, Mac, Linux
Custom Scripts Free Varies