VRT File

What are VRT files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a VRT 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 VRT files.

What is a VRT file?

VRT files have multiple uses, and GDAL Virtual Format is one of them. Read more about the other uses further down the page.

GDAL Virtual Format

We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

How to open VRT files

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

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

Last updated: March 10, 2023

All known file formats using extension .VRT

While GDAL Virtual Format is a popular type of VRT-file, we know of 2 different uses of the .VRT file extension. Different software may use files with the same extension for different types of data.

Superscape Do 3D Template

We know that one VRT format is Superscape Do 3D Template. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of VRT files. Remember, different programs may use VRT 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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File.org helps thousands of users every day, and we would love to hear from you if you have additional information about VRT file formats, example files, or compatible programs. Please use the links below or email us at submit@file.org to discuss further.