Windows
Compatible applications
Quick Facts
Basic information about this file format
Extension
.TTS
File Type
Text-to-Speech Voice File
Category
Audio
Best first step
Use compatible software
Quick Summary
A practical overview of the .tts file format
The .tts file extension is commonly associated with text-to-speech (TTS) voice files. These files typically contain pre-recorded audio generated from text using a text-to-speech engine. The specific format and encoding within a .tts file can vary depending on the software or system that created it.…
File extension
.TTS
File type
Text-to-Speech Voice File
Category
Audio
Recommended action
Open with a trusted compatible app
How to open a .tts file
Start with a trusted app that supports this format
- Check the file extension carefully and confirm that the file name really ends with .tts.
- Use software that supports this file type. If one app does not work, try another compatible program for the same platform.
- Update the application if the file was created by a newer version of the software.
- Scan files from unknown sources before opening them, especially documents, archives, scripts, installers, and executable files.
What is a .tts file?
File extension details and usage information
The .tts file extension is commonly associated with text-to-speech (TTS) voice files. These files typically contain pre-recorded audio generated from text using a text-to-speech engine. The specific format and encoding within a .tts file can vary depending on the software or system that created it. Often, these files are used in applications where dynamic voice output is required, such as accessibility tools, navigation systems, e-learning platforms, and interactive voice response (IVR) systems. The audio data within the .tts file represents the spoken words, phrases, or sentences that were originally inputted as text. The quality and naturalness of the voice depend heavily on the TTS engine used to generate the audio. These files are often smaller than recordings of actual human speech, making them suitable for applications where storage space or bandwidth is limited. The use of .tts files allows developers to integrate speech output into their applications without the need for human voice actors or extensive audio recording sessions. The file can be played back using various audio players or integrated directly into the application that generated it.
Software Compatibility
Programs that may open or work with .tts files
macOS
Compatible applications
Linux
Compatible applications
Mobile
Mobile applications
Can .tts files be converted?
Options for saving or exporting this file to another format
In many cases, a .tts file can be converted by opening it in compatible software and using an option such as Save As, Export, or Convert. The available output formats depend on the file type and the application used.
- Use the original software that created the file when possible.
- Check whether the application supports exporting to common formats.
- Be careful with online converters when working with private, business, or sensitive files.
- If conversion fails, the file may be corrupted, incomplete, encrypted, or not actually a .tts file.
Why can't I open a .tts file?
Common reasons this file type may not open correctly
Wrong software
The file may require a specific program that supports the .tts format.
Incorrect extension
The file extension may have been renamed manually, even though the actual file format is different.
Corrupted file
The file may be incomplete, damaged during download, or transferred incorrectly.
Outdated app
Your software may need to be updated before it can open newer versions of this file format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about .tts files
To open a .tts file, use software that supports this file format.
- VLC Media Player
- Windows Media Player (with appropriate codecs)
- Audacity
- TextAloud
- QuickTime Player (with appropriate codecs)
Open the file in compatible software and look for options such as Save As, Export, or Convert. If no export option is available, the file may require a specialized converter or the original application that created it.
- Verify that the file extension is correct.
- Install or update compatible software.
- Try another application that supports this format.
- Check whether the file is corrupted, incomplete, or encrypted.
A file extension alone does not guarantee whether a file is safe or unsafe. Only open files from trusted sources, scan unknown files before opening them, and be especially careful with executable, script, archive, and document files.
File safety tips
Use caution with unknown files
Only open files from trusted sources. Before opening a .tts file, scan it with antivirus software, verify that the file extension is expected, and avoid running unknown executable, installer, macro-enabled document, or script files.