DT2 File Extension

What is DT2 file?

Full format name of files that use DT2 extension is Windows Live Messenger Emoticon Image Format. Windows Live Messenger Emoticon Image Format specification was created by Microsoft. DT2 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with DT2 extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. The most popular software that supports DT2 files is Windows Live Messenger. Software named Windows Live Messenger was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and DT2 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support DT2 file extension

Programs that can handle DT2 files are as follows. Files with DT2 extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with DT2 extension?

Problems with accessing DT2 may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with DT2 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with DT2 files.

Step 1. Download and install Windows Live Messenger

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DT2 files is that no program that can handle DT2 files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Windows Live Messenger. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Windows Live Messenger website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Windows Live Messenger and update if needed

You still cannot access DT2 files although Windows Live Messenger is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Windows Live Messenger cannot handle files with DT2 may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Windows Live Messenger.

Step 3. Set the default application to open DT2 files to Windows Live Messenger

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DT2 files with latest version of Windows Live Messenger you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the DT2 file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Windows Live Messenger is installed, check the Always use this app to open DT2 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the DT2 file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DT2 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the DT2 file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the DT2 file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the DT2 file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the DT2 file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the DT2 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic DT2 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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. If the DT2 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Windows Live Messenger Emoticon Image Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Windows Live Messenger

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support DT2 files. Close all running programs and try opening the DT2 file.

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 Windows Live Messenger Emoticon Image Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DT2 files affecting older versions of given software.

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