STR File Extension

Programs that support STR files

• Windows ⁵
• Mac OS ²
• Linux ²

Windows

• dBASE
• Sublime Text
• Notepad++
• Atom
• PSPad

Mac OS

• Sublime Text
• Atom

Linux

• Atom
• Sublime Text

How to open a STR file?

If you are having trouble opening a STR 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.

dBASE, Atom and Sublime Text stand out as the preferred programs to manage STR files effectively. To get the latest version of dBASE, open the dataBased Intelligence website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.

Once installed, dBASE will be set as the default program, and STR files will open automatically.

Set dBASE as the default STR application

Change the default app that opens a file on Mac

1. Right-click or use Control + Left-click on the desired STR file to open a menu where you can choose from multiple actions;
2. Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
3. At the bottom of the window, find the "Enable" menu, where "Recommended Programs" is already selected by default;
4. Within this menu, select "All Programs" and then locate dBASE. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to set it as the default program.

Set default programs for Windows

1. To get started, right-click your STR file, then choose "Open With" and select "Choose Another Application" from the context menu;
2. From the options listed in the pop-up window, specifically choose dBASE as the application to handle your STR file;
3. Be sure to check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK" to save your preference.

Convert files to and from STR

If a STR file is difficult to handle, you might try converting it to formats such as AVI, MOV, WAV, MKV, MP4 or similar, which may be easier to work with.

Be aware that converting a STR file may reduce some features, but you can usually revert it to the original format.

Convert STR to other file formats

• STR to TS
• STR to MOV
• STR to MP4
• STR to AVI
• STR to MKV
• STR to WAV

Converting Files to STR Format

• MOV to STR
• MP3 to STR
• AVI to STR
• MP4 to STR
• WAV to STR

Troubleshooting guide for STR file complications

Certain problems with STR files can be conveniently fixed with small software tweaks. Here are some helpful tips to address them.

How to edit a STR file?

To make changes to STR files, you need specialized software that allows both opening and editing the database files. Online STR editors offer fewer capabilities than applications optimized for DBASE Structure List Object Format.

Best STR editors 2026

Considering the mentioned criteria, we have compiled a list of STR editors that may suit your needs.