THD File Extension

THD file icon

Dolby TrueHD Audio

What is a THD file?

The THD extension is related to Dolby TrueHD Audio and is classified in the Audio Files category, which contains 667 files.

THD files are compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS and Linux as well as mobile platforms such as Android. To view the contents of a THD file, you can use VLC media player.

How to open a THD file?

If you’re having difficulty opening a THD file, it is often due to not having the correct software. To solve the problem, choose a compatible program from the list. Then follow the link to the official developer site, download the software, and install it on your device.

VLC media player has gained great popularity and is often seen as the leading software for handling THD files. To set up the newest version of VLC media player on your device, simply go to the official VideoLAN website. There you can download the edition compatible with every operating system.

Once the process is complete, VLC media player should take over as the default application for THD files.

Make VLC media player the default THD viewer

Change the default app to open files on Mac

  1. Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired THD file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
  2. Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
  3. At the bottom of the window, you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, will be set to "Recommended Programs";
  4. Choose "All Programs" in this menu and search for VLC media player. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.

Change default programs in Windows

  1. Start by right-clicking on your THD file, then select "Open With" and continue by clicking "Choose another app" from the options provided;
  2. Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose VLC media player as the application to associate with your THD file;
  3. Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".

Finding answers to THD file problems

Rest assured, any issues with THD files can typically be addressed with simple software adjustments. See the tips below for help.

What are the steps to repair a damaged THD file?

Open the damaged THD file in a recovery program and select the "Repair" menu item to start the repair operation. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged audio files.

What are the methods to detect if my THD file has been corrupted?

The signs of corrupted THD audio files can manifest as:

  • Unexplained THD file size inflation;
  • VLC media player or other programs stop responding or crash when trying to handle the file;
  • When opening the file, errors occur or the inability to access its contents;
  • While working with the file, error alerts are encountered;

What are the reasons behind VLC media player crash?

Insufficient software updates can contribute to VLC media player crash. To avoid this, make sure that you have installed the latest updates for VideoLAN products.

A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.