System File Type – txt

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System File Type

txt

Words and Text
Windows Explorer icon for the txt file type in OneDrive folders

Overview

A plain-text document.

Characteristics

Character data without a required document structure; encoding, line endings, and application conventions determine interpretation.

Common Uses

Notes, logs, configuration, source material, exports, documentation, and lightweight interchange.

Compatible Programs

  • Windows Notepad
  • Notepad++
  • Visual Studio Code
  • Microsoft Word

Sources

txt Available by Year Taken/Created

txt — Live from Microsoft

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