.FASTQ File

The fastq file extension is associated with the FASTQ, a text-based format for storing both a biological sequence (usually nucleotide sequence) and its corresponding quality scores, developed by Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute.

How to open:

You can use any text editor to view content of FASTQ files.

How to convert:

Due the variability and uncertainty of this file type group, there is no general information available, about how to convert this various data file format. However most files with extension from this group are usually not in formats, which can be converted. If there are associated applications or programs listed below the extension description, you can always try to check their website for additional informations on their forums or other type of customer support.