QT File

What are QT files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a QT file or are you simply curious about its contents? We're here to explain the properties of these files and provide you with software that can open or handle your QT files.

What is a QT file?

A .QT file is a QuickTime movie file.

QT is an acronym for QuickTime. Files that contain the .qt file extension are Apple QuickTime movie files.

The QT file format was developed for the purpose of creating, editing, publishing, and viewing multimedia files for Apple's QuickTime Player, a media player that is used to play movies, video clips, and other multimedia files. QT files can contain movies, videos, animations, graphics, and virtual reality content.

Oftentimes QT files are compressed, making it easier to download and distribute the files via the Internet. Compression also makes it easier to stream the videos online.

The QT file format is nowadays supported by both the Mac and Windows operating systems, and most modern media players are able to display these videos.

How to open QT files

We have identified three QT openers that are compatible with this specific type of QT file.

Programs that open QuickTime movie files

Last updated: December 22, 2023

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of QT files. Remember, different programs may use QT files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.

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