TT File

What are TT files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a TT 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 TT files.

What is a TT file?

A .TT file is a Tiny Tafel Format Data file.

Presenting genealogical data with precision and clarity is essential for successful research and study. The Tiny Tafel (TT) format offers a solution for achieving this, by providing an efficient way to display surnames in a logically organized overview. The Tiny Tafel provides a Soundex-encoded version of every surname, so you can match those with different spellings.

TT files are easily accessed from programs offering genealogy tools, including editing, reports and chart creation. Its versatility makes it suitable for all scales of project, from individual family trees to large-scale academic studies. This adaptability has made the TT file format an industry standard.

Using TT files allows researchers to quickly find the key surnames associated with a family tree. A standardized structure places information into specific categories, making comparisons between different genealogies simpler, thus enabling greater insight.

How to open TT files

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

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

Last updated: February 1, 2023

Various apps that use files with this extension

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