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HDFView

by The HDF Group · opens 2 file types
Windows
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Verified by Adam B.· reviewed by FE Editorial ·updated Aug 11, 2026
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DeveloperThe HDF Group
PlatformsWindows
Opens2 file types
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2 file types verified
Last reviewed Oct 2026

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What is HDFView?

HDFView is an open-source visual tool for browsing and editing files in HDF4 and HDF5 formats, developed and maintained by The HDF Group. It displays the hierarchical structure of HDF files and allows users to inspect datasets, attributes, and groups without writing code.

Files HDFView opens

2 formats
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.H5.HDF

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SOURCEwww.hdfgroup.orgofficial site - avoid third-party download portals
PLATFORMSWindows
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Files HDFView opens most

1.H5Hierarchical Data Format Version 5
2.HDFHierarchical Data Format File (HDF4)

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