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Extension
.SNT
Category
Data
Primary Use
Sticky Notes data storage
Primary Software

What is an SNT file?

An .SNT file is a data file created by older versions of Microsoft Windows Sticky Notes. It stores the text, font style, color, and screen position of notes on your desktop. This Sticky Notes File is usually named `StickyNotes.snt`.

How to open SNT files?

If you use Windows 7, Windows 8, or older versions of Windows 10, the default Sticky Notes app opens these files automatically. In newer Windows versions, Microsoft changed the app to use a different database format. To read old .SNT files today, you often need to import them into the new app. Because the .SNT file uses a structure similar to Microsoft Word's DOC format, you can sometimes open it in text editors like Notepad or Microsoft Word. However, simple text editors will display extra technical code alongside your text.

Analyze and view your file

The viewer.online/snt tool analyzes .SNT files to identify their exact format and creator software. It shows which programs can open the file and usually previews it. If you have an unknown .SNT file, we recommend using viewer.online/snt to identify the actual format of your file.

Summary

Because .SNT files use the known DOC format internally, viewer.online/snt can safely open and display them online, eliminating compatibility problems.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an .SNT file?

An .SNT file is a Sticky Notes File used by older versions of Windows to save desktop notes.

Can I open an .SNT file in Windows 11?

Yes, but not directly. You can try to import it into the modern Windows Sticky Notes app or open it in Microsoft Word to extract the raw text.

Why does my .SNT file look like gibberish in Notepad?

Because it contains formatting data. It uses a binary structure similar to the DOC format, so simple text editors will show special characters alongside your readable text.

Where are .SNT files located in Windows?

Usually in the AppData folder. The standard path in Windows 7 and 8 is `\Users\%USERNAME%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Sticky Notes\StickyNotes.snt`.

How do I recover lost Sticky Notes from an .SNT file?

You can extract the text. You can open the file with a text editor or use viewer.online/snt to safely view the readable content inside the .SNT file.

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