DTS File Extension

What is DTS file?

The Digital Theater System or DTS file extension is used to store the data of five audio tracks, which is applied to produce surround sound. Its channels comprise, right-front, left-front, right-rear and left-rear and center. It requires special speakers to play all the channels of a DTS file extension. The speakers must support the 5 channel audio otherwise it would not be possible to play all the channels. It requires encoding and then compression of the content by applying the DTS specifications to save the multichannel audio data. There are several programs available, which users can use to open a file with .DTS extension. These programs work on Windows, Mac, and Linux PCs.

Programs which support DTS file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support DTS files. DTS files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 05/03/2023

How to open file with DTS extension?

Being unable to open files with DTS extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to DTS Encoded Audio Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with DTS files.

Step 1. Get the iTunes

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DTS files is that no program that can handle DTS files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing iTunes or different compatible program, such as VLC media player, PowerDVD. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support DTS files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading iTunes installed is by going to developer’s website (Apple, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update iTunes to the latest version

If the problems with opening DTS files still occur even after installing iTunes, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of iTunes is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that iTunes cannot handle files with DTS may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of iTunes should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign iTunes to DTS files

After installing iTunes (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open DTS files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the DTS file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where iTunes is installed, check the Always use this app to open DTS files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected DTS file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with DTS extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the DTS for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the DTS file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The DTS may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the DTS is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the DTS file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with DTS extension is complete and error-free

If the DTS file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with DTS extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the DTS Encoded Audio Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run iTunes

If the systems has insufficient resources to open DTS files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with DTS Encoded Audio Format file. It may be the case that the DTS files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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