All about RST Files

The RST file type is primarily associated with Sphinx.

RSTFile Extension RST
 File extension: RST
File type:  documentation

What is an RST file?

RST files mostly belong to Sphinx by Sphinx Developers. An RST file is a text document written in restructuredText markup language. It usually contains documentation of Python-based software projects. Sphinx and other documentation generation tools can create HTML or PDF documentation from an RST document. The IDRISI GIS imaging toolkit in TerrSet saves the raster image or a geographical terrain in an RST file. Reactis embedded software design automation toolkit uses some data saved in an RST file. SharpShooter reporting library for Silverlight, .NET, and ASP.NET saves a report template in an RST file. Fluent saves results in a different type of RST file.

How to open RST files

You need a suitable software like Sphinx to open an RST 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 RST file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a RST file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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How to convert RST files to JPG, PDF, HTML, DOC, ...

If you want to convert or edit an RST file, you can use our free Online RST File Converter (powered by Convert.Guru):
  1. Just click the "Choose your .rst file to view" button on this page.
  2. Your RST file will then be displayed in the browser.
  3. Now click on "Save as..." at the top of the page.
  4. Then click the file format (e.g. PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
  5. Your file will be converted and downloaded.

Programs that open and convert RST files:

  1. Sphinx by Sphinx Developers
    See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. RST files are often referred to as Sphinx simple text files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
  2. AVG (system restore data) by AVG
    AVG is a free antivirus software for desktop and mobile platforms. It saves system restore information in an RST file. This file format is classified as Compressed.
  3. BlockSim (data) by ReliaSoft
    BlockSim is an enterprise system reliability, availability, and management software. It saves data in an RST file. This file format is classified as Data.
  4. Fluent (results) by Ansys
    Fluent is a physics-based fluid modeling and simulation software. It uses an RST file to save the results of a simulation. This file format is classified as Data.
  5. LochMaster (strip board) by ABACOM
    LochMaster is an electronic circuit strip board design, documentation, and testing software for Windows. It saves a strip board in an RST file. This file format is classified as CAD.
  6. SaralTDS (quarterly report) by Relyon Softech
    SaralTDS is a tax deducted at source return filing solution available as a web application. It saves a quarterly report in an RST file. This file format is classified as Data.
  7. SharpShooter (report template) by Perpetuum Software
    SharpShooter is a reporting tool for applications built with .NET or ASP.NET. It saves a report template in an RST file. This file format is classified as Data.
  8. Sublime (documentation) by Sublime
    Sublime is a cross-platform code editor featuring a range of add-ons. It can be used to write and edit documentation in restructuredText markup language (RST). This file format is classified as Simple text file. Related links: reStructuredText, reStructuredText
  9. VGA Planets (game data) by Tim Wisseman
    VGA Planets is a discontinued game that was played over email. It used some data saved in an RST file. This file format is classified as Game.
  10. Voice Type (languages scripts data) by IBM
    Voice Type is a discontinued dictation software which added speech-to-text support to word processors. It saved languages scripts data in an RST file. This file format is classified as Data.

Technical Data for RST File Extension

File classification:
Simple text file
Related files:
rts, rdc, ent, py, zip, ouv, h--, c--
Related links:
reStructuredText, reStructuredText
Mime type:
text/x-rst

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: TracePlus.RST.Document
ProgramID: RayDreamRST
EXEFile: f:\graphics\RAYDRE~1\rdd.exe
ProgramID: lochmaster-reg
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\LochMaster30\LochMaster30.exe

an rst documentation is a special file format by Sphinx Developers and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with RST files

  • Associate the RST file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open documentations. Because only the current version supports the latest RST file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Sphinx Developers manufacturer website after an available Sphinx update.
  • To make sure that your RST file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .RST file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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