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Open DGT File

Commonly associated with Digital Talking Book files, the DGT file extension is a format used to store audio books and other spoken content. Digital Talking Books are designed with accessibility in mind, catering to those with visual impairments or reading difficulties. DGT files are standardly used in DAISY (Digital Accessible Information System) libraries, a framework created by a consortium of libraries for the blind and visually impaired, aiming to create the best possible way to read and navigate written material.

DGT Files and Digital Talking Books

A DGT file is essentially a series of links to audio files, usually in MP3 format. These links are organised in a particular way that enables straightforward navigation of the content. This might include skipping directly to specific sections or chapters, much in the same way you would navigate a DVD (source).

How to open DGT Files

Opening a DGT file requires a Digital Talking Book reader. Two recommendable options are DAISY's own AMIS software, which is open source and thus free to use (download here), or Dolphin's EasyReader, which although not free, does offer enhanced performance and additional features (download here).

DGT Files and Chess Software

An alternate use of the DGT file extension relates to chess software. DGT (Digital Game Technology) projects, like DGT Boards and DGT Pi, use DGT as a file extension for storing game information (source).

How to open DGT Chess Files

Opening these types of DGT files requires certain chess training software that supports the format, especially those from DGT projects like DGT Pi (a chess computer using a DGT e-Board). ChessBase (source) and other similar tools are capable of opening and analyzing these files.

DGT File Important Information

While the DGT file extension is versatile, it is important to remember that a file with a .DGT extension doesn�t automatically mean that the file can be correctly opened with any software that supports DGT files. It�s possible that the file could be specifically formatted for a different type of DGT file. Thus, it's always recommended to ensure that file origin matches with the software you are trying to utilize to open it. Knowing the exact origin and format of your DGT file will aid in opening and effectively utilizing the file�s content (source).

How Can I Open DGT File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open DGT file is to find a DGT file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DGT file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open DGT file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as DGT file opener then try to search online for "DGT viewer", "application to open DGT file" or "open DGT file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open DGT file

How Can I Open DGT File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a DGT file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DGT file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with DGT file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as DGT file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open DGT file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open DGT file then try to search for "DGT viewer", "application to open DGT file" or "read DGT file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read DGT file

How Can I Open DGT File on Android

If you downloaded a DGT file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded DGT file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "DGT".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "DGT viewer", "DGT file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open DGT File on iPhone or iPad

To open DGT File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the DGT file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "DGT". This way you can find apps which can open DGT files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "DGT viewer" or "DGT file" online in your favorite search engine.

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