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Basic information about GTS file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension GTS（*.GTS or *.gts）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the GTS file yourself.

There are 2 file types using the GTS file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the GTS file with their brief description and a list of programs that support GTS file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the GTS file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the GTS file?
  • How to open a GTS file?
  • What programs do I need to open a GTS file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a GTS file?
  • How to convert GTS files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to GTS file format?


1.Detail information about GTS file extension: Gerber Top Solder Mask Data File

File type Gerber Top Solder Mask Data File Category Data Files
Developer Ucamco File format Text
Description GTS file is a Gerber Top Solder Mask Data File developed by Ucamco. Data file created by CAD Printed Circuit Board (PCB) programs like Altium Designer and utilized by PCB manufacturing machines to designate electrical connections between components with pads and tracks; contains solder mask data for the top side of boards with multiple layers; includes information about all the pads that need soldering to prevent solder bridging of traces and pads during production; similar to the .GBS file extension.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GTS files

Windows		 Altium Designer
Autodesk EAGLE
Viewplot
Gerbv

macOS		 Autodesk EAGLE
Gerbv
gEDA

Linux		 Autodesk EAGLE
gEDA
Gerbv


2.Detail information about GTS file extension: CaptiveWorks PVR Video File

File type CaptiveWorks PVR Video File Category Video Files
Developer CaptiveWorks File format Binary
Description GTS file is a CaptiveWorks PVR Video File developed by CaptiveWorks.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GTS files

Windows		 VSO ConvertXtoDVD
DRD Systems VideoReDo
convertstream
KMPlayer



Can't open a GTS file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.GTS”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the GTS extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support GTS file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of GTS files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a GTS file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a GTS file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a GTS file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the GTS file is damaged.
  • Whether the GTS file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the GTS file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the GTS file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the GTS file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a GTS file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a GTS file.

If the GTS file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.