DLT File

What are DLT files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a DLT file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.

What is a DLT file?

A .DLT file is a DELTA Binary Dataset file.

.dlt files are binary dataset files used in the DELTA system. DELTA is an acronym for DEscription Language for TAxonomy and is a flexible method of recording taxonomic descriptions for computer processing. It was adopted as a standard for data exchange by Biodiversity Information Standards (TDWG).

A dataset is a collection of data used in a certain program, the DELTA system for this instance, describing information related to botany and taxonomy.

How to open DLT files

Important: Different programs may use files with the DLT file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your DLT file is, you may need to try a few different programs.

While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 2 different DLT openers which you will find listed below.

Last updated: September 29, 2021

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of DLT files. Remember, different programs may use DLT 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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