Tips to open ENLX file
Can't open the ENLX file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open ENLX files as well as a list of programs that support ENLX files.
ENLX file extension
| File Name |
Archived EndNote Library |
| File Developer |
Thomson Reuters |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The ENLX file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the ENLX files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the ENLX file on each system platform.
What is ENLX file?
The file with the extension ENLX is the Data Files file type. It was designed by Thomson Reuters. Data Files consists of 1326 similar files. Archived EndNote Library is supported by 2 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Mac OS, Windows. It is recommended to use EndNote to handle this file. This is a program created by Thomson Reuters. There are also 1 alternative programs to handle the ENLX file.
How to open ENLX file?
The main problem with Archived EndNote Library is that the ENLX file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that ENLX files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the ENLX 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 EndNote
The first step is to check if the computer has the EndNote program installed. To do this, enter the name EndNote 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 ENLX files.
Programs to open ENLX file
Remember to download programs supporting ENLX files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of EndNote with ENLX files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the ENLX file still does not use the EndNote program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the ENLX file with the EndNote program.
Step 3. Update EndNote to the latest version
If, however, after binding EndNote with Archived EndNote Library there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the Thomson Reuters website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the ENLX file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The ENLX file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to ENLX 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 most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file ENLX or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover ENLX files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the ENLX file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair ENLX file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Thomson Reuters, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted ENLX files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. If possible, you can try to move the ENLX file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the ENLX file is blocked by the first application to open it. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file ENLX to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the ENLX file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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