Tips to open FPX file

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

FPX file extension

File Name FlashPix Bitmap Image Format
File Developer Kodak
File Category Raster Image Files

The FPX file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the FPX files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the FPX file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 8
  • 2
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is FPX file?

The file with the extension FPX is the Raster Image Files file type. The author of this format is Kodak. Additionally, the Raster Image Files category contains 522 of other files. FlashPix Bitmap Image Format is supported by 3 operating systems. These systems consist of Linux, Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The XnView application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet. There are also 10 alternative programs to handle the FPX file. CorelDRAW, PaintShop Pro, Kodak Picture Easy Software, PhotoDraw will apply when it is not possible to use XnView.

How to open FPX file?

The most common problem when using FlashPix Bitmap Image Format is that a specific FPX is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open FPX, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the FPX 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 XnView

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that XnView is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name XnView into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file FPX with XnView. Below you will find a list of applications that support FPX files.

Step 2. Create association of XnView with FPX files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the FPX file still does not use the XnView program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 FPX file with the XnView program.

Step 3. Update XnView to the latest version

If, however, after binding XnView with FlashPix Bitmap Image Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet website or update the program from the application.

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

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:

The FPX file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the FPX file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file FPX or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected FPX 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 FPX 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.
There can be many reasons for this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged FPX files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Kodak
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file FPX except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move FPX to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file FPX to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the FPX file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.