Tips to open ASAX file

Can't open the ASAX file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open ASAX files as well as a list of programs that support ASAX files.

ASAX file extension

File Name ASP.NET Application Optional Source Format
File Developer Microsoft
File Category Web Files

The ASAX file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the ASAX files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the ASAX file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 6
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is ASAX file?

The ASAX file has been categorized as Web Files. The creator of this file is Microsoft. In addition to this file, the Web Files category includes 303 related files. ASP.NET Application Optional Source Format is most often found on 2 operating systems. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The Microsoft Visual Studio application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Microsoft Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 6 other programs. The Adobe Dreamweaver, Visual Web Developer, ASP.NET, NotePad++ text editor programs will also handle the file when the Microsoft Visual Studio program does not fulfill its role.

How to open ASAX file?

The main problem with ASP.NET Application Optional Source Format is that the ASAX file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open ASAX, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the ASAX file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Visual Studio

In this case, you should first verify that the Microsoft Visual Studio application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Microsoft Visual Studio into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support ASAX files.

Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Visual Studio with ASAX files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the ASAX file to open in the Microsoft Visual Studio application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the ASAX file with the Microsoft Visual Studio program.

Step 3. Update Microsoft Visual Studio to the latest version

If, however, after binding Microsoft Visual Studio with ASP.NET Application Optional Source Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the Microsoft Corporation website or update the program from the application.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the ASAX file

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to ASAX files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file ASAX or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected ASAX file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the ASAX files changes over time. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged ASAX files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Microsoft
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted ASAX files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the ASAX file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file ASAX to close. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.