Opening a TARGETS File

The TARGETS file type is primarily associated with MSBuild.

TARGETS	File extension: TARGETS
	File type:	configuration file

What is a TARGETS file

TARGETS files mostly belong to MSBuild. The TARGETS file is an XML-based configuration used by MSBuild to control the build process.
It contains MSBuild instructions that list tasks and targets, which define the steps for compiling and linking code in projects.
Key details as outlined by FilExt.com include:

Build Process Control: It defines tasks and targets that the build system should run.

Configuration Usage: These files are imported into project files (like .csproj) to extend or modify the default build pipeline.

File Format: Typically written in UTF-8, they can be edited with any text or XML editor.

FilExt.com tip: Additional information and guidance are available in the MSBuild Targets documentation and related MSBuild documentation.

How to open a TARGETS file

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

Online TARGETS Text Viewer

Choose your .targets file to view

or drag and drop it here

Online File Viewer

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How to extract texts from TARGETS files or capture a screenshot to PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...

If you want to extract texts from TARGETS file or capture a screenshot, you can use our free Online TARGETS File Viewer:

To do this, click the button "Choose your .targets file to view" on this page.
After your file is opened in browser,
click "Save as..." in the menu.
Then choose the file format (e.g. JPG, PDF, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
Your file will be converted and downloaded.

Programs that open and convert TARGETS files:

MSBuild
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. TARGETS files are often referred to as MSBuild developers because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
MSBuild
A *.TARGETS file is an XML file adhering to the MSBuild schema. It's primarily used to define and organize reusable build targets, properties, and item groups within a software project. These files contribute significantly to the modularity and maintainability of complex build processes by encapsulating logic that can be imported and reused across multiple projects. The *.TARGETS files play a crucial role in orchestrating the build process by defining dependencies, inputs, outputs, and the sequence of tasks required to build specific parts of an application or system. They empower developers to abstract away complex build logic into reusable components, promoting consistency and reducing redundancy across projects. This file format is classified as Developer files.

Technical Data for TARGETS File Extension

File classification:

Developer

Related files:

csproj, vbproj, props, sln, proj, config, target, tls, ica, ypf, xml

Mime type:

text/xml

a targets configuration file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with TARGETS files

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