What is DAT File Extension?
Overview
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ToggleA .DAT file extension stores all types of data like text, graphics, media or binary data. A .DAT file has no structure. A standard text editor can open and view any size of DAT file to determine its relation with an app via the content it stores. A DAT file performance is associated with the function of a program. It helps to give control to a program.
App Category
The file extension falls into DAT file category.
Supported App
A .DAT file is supported by a number of miscellaneous programs including-
- MS Apps
- Web browsers
- Media players
- Software programs
- Photo viewers etc…
MIME Type
zz-application/zz-winassoc-dat
application/octet-stream
Signature of the File Extension
Its signature is 50 4D 4F 43 43 4D 4F 43.
How to View the DAT File Extension
A DAT file is opened with the app it belongs to. For example, if it is associated with an email app, it can be accessed by an email client.