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Basic information about GTL file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension GTL（*.GTL or *.gtl）, 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 GTL file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the GTL file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the GTL file with their brief description and a list of programs that support GTL file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the GTL file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the GTL file?
  • How to open a GTL file?
  • What programs do I need to open a GTL file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a GTL file?
  • How to convert GTL files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to GTL file format?


1.Detail information about GTL file extension: Gerber Top Layer Data File

File type Gerber Top Layer Data File Category Data Files
Developer Ucamco File format Text
Description GTL file is a Gerber Top Layer Data File developed by Ucamco. Data output file created by Printed Circuit Board (PCB) CAD tools like Altium Designer and used by PCB manufacturing machines to designate electrical connections; contains RS-274X formatted data for multiple layer boards about the layout for top copper layers; similar to the .GBL file extension.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GTL files

Windows		 Altium Designer
Autodesk EAGLE
Viewplot
Gerbv

macOS		 Autodesk EAGLE
Gerbv
gEDA

Linux		 Autodesk EAGLE
gEDA
Gerbv



Can't open a GTL 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.GTL”。

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 GTL extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support GTL 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 GTL 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 GTL file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a GTL 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 GTL file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the GTL 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.