LST File Type
- The quick factsWhat are LST files and how to open them
Are you having problems opening a LST 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 LST file?
LST files are classified as ASCII text files. These normally contain data lists associated with the program that created the LST file. For example, certain media players use the LST file format for its playlist files, which contain ASCII text lists of media files, directory locations, metadata details and so on. On the other hand, Adobe Type Manager saves lists of fonts in a .lst file, while a few system security tools from Kaspersky and other companies use LST files to store lists of blacklisted files.Other programs that generate LST files include CAD tools like Pro/Engineer and database applications like Oracle, which use the .lst file format for its spool files. Some programs also use the .lst file format to store error logs, such as the Family Tree Maker software, which use the LST file format for its error files.The program that created the .lst file should be used to open it. However, it's best to leave these LST files alone so as for these programs to continue using these LST files properly.
How to open LST files
Important: Different programs may use files with the LST file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your LST file is, you may need to try a few different programs.
While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 10 different LST openers which you will find listed below.
Last updated: January 5, 2022
Suggest another file format using extension LST
While we know of one file format using the .LST file extension, there may be more. It is widespread that different programs use files with the same file extension for very different types of data. Please let us know if you are aware of a different kind of .LST file.
Various apps that use files with this extension
These apps are known to open certain types of LST files. Remember, different programs may use LST files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.
 | WinRAR | User submitted |
 | LightScribe | User submitted |
 | ZaraRadio | User submitted |
 | Stuffit Expander | User submitted |
 | Any Video Converter Professional | User submitted |
 | Microsoft Visual Studio .NET | User submitted |
 | SAS Enterprise Guide | User submitted |
 | CodeVisionAVR C Compiler | User submitted |
 | PCW | User submitted |
 | ImgBurn | User submitted |
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