Opening an SDTS File

The SDTS file type is primarily associated with Spatial Data Transfer Standard.

SDTSFile Extension SDTS
File extension: SDTS
File type:  Spatial Data Transfer Standard files

What is an SDTS file?

SDTS files mostly belong to Spatial Data Transfer Standard. Use our "Online SDTS Text Viewer" below to analyze your SDTS file and to see all text it contains.

How to open an SDTS file

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

Online SDTS Text Viewer

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Can't Open Your .SDTS File? Try These Steps

SDTS files can come from different programs and aren't universally openable.

  1. Identify the Source: These files often come from GIS professionals or government agencies sharing mapping data, suggesting the use of geographic information systems.
  2. Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text editor or hex viewer.
    • ISO 8211 markers indicate standard spatial data.
    • Readable XML/JSON suggests structured metadata.
    • "PK" means it may be a compressed ZIP archive.
  3. Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required to view the data properly; try GIS tools like ESRI ArcGIS, QGIS, or FME, or ask the sender if uncertain.
  4. Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file into our viewer to detect the format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview when possible.

Technical Data for SDTS File Extension


an sdts Spatial Data Transfer Standard file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with SDTS files

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