How to open NTFS files
Did your computer fail to open a NTFS file? We explain what NTFS files are and recommend software that we know can open or convert your NTFS files.
What is a NTFS file?
The NTFS file extension indicates to your device which app can open the file. However, different programs may use the NTFS file type for different types of data.
While we do not yet describe the NTFS file format and its common uses, we do know which programs are known to open these files, as we receive dozens of suggestions from users like yourself every day about specific file types and which programs they use to open them.
We are continually working on adding more file type descriptions to the site, so if you have information about NTFS files that you think will help others, please use the Update Info link below to submit it to us - we'd love to hear from you!
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Various NTFS openers
These apps are known to open certain types of NTFS files. Since many different programs may use NTFS files for different purposes, you may need to try a few of the apps to open your specific NTFS file.
 | 7-Zip | User submitted |
 | PowerArchiver | User submitted |
 | Free Zip Opener | User submitted |
 | HanZip | User submitted |
 | Free Zip Viewer | User submitted |
 | Ashampoo ZIP Pro | User submitted |
 | StarPort Drivers for PowerArchiver Virtual Drive Emulator | User submitted |
 | CoffeeZip | User submitted |
 | Ashampoo ZIP Free | User submitted |
 | Free Ultimate File Opener | User submitted |
Try a universal file viewer
Try a universal file viewer like Free File Viewer. It can open over 200 different types of files - and most likely yours too. Download Free File Viewer here.
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