Opening a DTED File

The DTED file type is primarily associated with Digital Terrain Elevation Data.

DTED	File extension: DTED
	File type:	Digital Terrain Elevation Data files

What is a DTED file?

DTED files mostly belong to Digital Terrain Elevation Data. Geographical data format.

How can I open a DTED file?

You need a suitable software like Digital Terrain Elevation Data to open a DTED file. You need a suitable software like Digital Terrain Elevation Data to open a DTED file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your DTED file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a DTED file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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.DTED File Won't Open? Here is What You Can Do

Because .DTED files can originate from various systems, they aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: If received from a cartographer or military analyst, it likely contains Digital Terrain Elevation Data for GIS mapping.
Check the Header: Open the file in a hex viewer to inspect the first bytes:
- "UHL" or "VOL" confirms standard GIS elevation data.
- "PK" indicates a ZIP archive.
- Readable XML suggests a text-based metadata file.
Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required; try QGIS, ESRI ArcGIS Pro, or Global Mapper, or ask the sender if uncertain.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file onto this page to detect its format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview.

Technical Data for DTED File Extension

Related files:

dt2, dt1, dt0, dat

a dted Digital Terrain Elevation Data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with DTED files

Associate the DTED file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open Digital Terrain Elevation Data files. Because only the current version supports the latest DTED file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Digital Terrain Elevation Data update.
To make sure that your DTED file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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