CRATE Converter

Extract text from CRATE files


Drop or upload your .CRATE file
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How to extract text from your CRATE file

  1. Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your CRATE file.
  2. You’ll see a preview, if available.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to extract text information.

Convert CRATE to another file type

To convert your CRATE file to another format, you need Serato DJ Pro or other Data software.

  • CRATE to CSV
  • CRATE to JSON
  • CRATE to XML
  • CRATE to YAML
  • CRATE to YML
  • CRATE to TOML
  • CRATE to INI
  • CRATE to CFG
  • CRATE to CONF
  • CRATE to DAT
  • CRATE to DB
  • CRATE to SQL

Convert a file to CRATE

To convert other file formats to the "DJ Library Database" file type, you need software like Serato DJ Pro or a similar tool.

  • DBF to CRATE
  • XML to CRATE
  • SQLITE to CRATE
  • XLSX to CRATE
  • SQL to CRATE
  • TSV to CRATE
  • ACCDB to CRATE
  • YAML to CRATE
  • MDB to CRATE
  • CSV to CRATE
  • ODS to CRATE
  • JSON to CRATE

About CRATE files

The CRATE file extension is associated with music library data files used by Serato DJ software. These files store playlists or "crates" of tracks, which DJs use to organize their music for performances. While CRATE files are essential for Serato users, they can pose compatibility challenges when trying to use them across different software platforms or convert them to other formats.

Converting CRATE files requires specialized software, as they are not standard audio files but rather database files that do not contain the actual audio data. A common method for conversion involves exporting playlists to more widely used formats like M3U or PLS, which can be done using Serato DJ itself. From there, software like VLC Media Player or MediaMonkey can be utilized to manage and convert these playlists into other formats like WAV, MP3, or AAC.

Conversion challenges include the fact that CRATE files do not contain the actual music tracks, meaning that additional steps are needed to locate and convert the referenced audio files. This makes the process cumbersome and limits compatibility with non-Serato software. Moreover, the proprietary nature of CRATE files may result in data loss or misinterpretation when converted without caution.

Despite these challenges, converting CRATE files can be simplified by using reliable tools. However, the free and easy online service at Convert.Guru offers a streamlined and user-friendly approach. By dragging and dropping CRATE files into their interface, users can effortlessly convert them to multiple formats without the hassle of manual conversion. This makes Convert.Guru an ideal choice for quick and efficient file conversion, ensuring that your playlists are accessible and compatible across various platforms.

Convert.Guru analyzes your CRATE file, detects the exact format, and lets you read the text inside.

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The CRATE Converter Story

The history of Convert.Guru began over 25 years ago in California with Tom Simondi’s file-format database. A former contributor to Space Shuttle development and a software pioneer of the 1980s, Simondi established a trusted resource for file type analysis that was even referenced by Microsoft Windows XP. Today, we use modern technology to process and convert thousands of file formats while continually improving our CRATE converter.