GTAR File Extension
GNU Tar Archive
- File Type gtar
- Developer Free Software Foundation
- Popularity
- Application The Unarchiver
- Category Compressed Files
- Format Binary
What is a GTAR file?
The GTAR extension is related to GNU Tar Archive and is classified in the Compressed Files category, which contains 820 files.
GTAR file support extends to various operating systems, including Linux and Mac OS. There are 4 programs available to extract a GTAR file, including popular tools like TAR, Unix and The Unarchiver.
MIME types
- application/x-gtar
How to open a GTAR file?
If you are having trouble opening a GTAR file, it usually means the right software is not installed. Choose a program from the list that matches your operating system. Next, visit the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it on your device.
Thanks to their popularity, TAR, Unix and The Unarchiver are often the go-to programs for managing GTAR files. If you want the most recent release of The Unarchiver, head over to the Dag Agren site and download the version designed to run on all platforms.
After completing the installation, GTAR files should be recognized by the system and linked to The Unarchiver.
Set The Unarchiver as your default GTAR viewer
Set default app to open files on Mac
- Right-click or Control + left-click on the desired GTAR file to open a menu of available actions;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- In the lower section of the window, you’ll find the "Enable" menu, with "Recommended Programs" pre-selected as the default option;
- Select "All Programs" in this menu, and then search for The Unarchiver. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make sure it’s the default option.
Change a default app in Windows
- To get started, right-click your GTAR file, then choose "Open With" and select "Choose Another Application" from the context menu;
- From the list of applications in the pop-up window, find and select The Unarchiver as your desired application;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox, and then click "OK" to set your chosen app as the default for opening GTAR files.
Solving Common GTAR File Challenges
While GTAR files can sometimes present difficulties, most problems can be resolved quickly with minor software modifications. Check the tips below to help solve them.
What Causes The Unarchiver to Crash Frequently?
Insufficient software updates are a likely cause of The Unarchiver crashes. Be sure to install the latest updates for Dag Agren products.
A simple restart of your computer can often fix many common problems, which is why it is the recommended first step before making any adjustments to your software settings.
How can I restore a damaged GTAR file?
Start a data recovery program and open the damaged GTAR file. Then, choose the "Repair" option from the menu. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged compressed files.
How can I determine if my GTAR file is damaged?
Characteristics of corrupted GTAR compressed files can include:
- The Unarchiver or other programs stop responding or crash when trying to handle the file;
- Error notifications appear during file manipulation;
- When opening the file, errors occur or the inability to access its contents;
- Unexplained GTAR file size inflation;
- Editing the archive in TAR is hampered by poor overall performance;
How to edit a GTAR file?
To modify GTAR files, you need to install special software that makes it possible to open and edit compressed files. Online GTAR editors are more restricted compared to software designed for GNU Tar Archive.
Best GTAR Editor Software in 2026
Taking the above factors into account, we have selected a list of GTAR editors currently available.