Tips to open GXT file

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

GXT file extension

File Name Grand Theft Auto Text Format
File Developer Rockstar Games
File Category Settings Files

The GXT file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the GXT files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the GXT file on each system platform.

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What is GXT file?

The file in the GXT format belongs to the Settings Files category. The author of this format is Rockstar Games. Settings Files consists of 1305 similar files. Grand Theft Auto Text Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Grand Theft Auto. This was created by Rockstar Games, Inc..

How to open GXT file?

The most common problem when using Grand Theft Auto Text Format is that a specific GXT is not associated with the program. This causes the file GXT to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the GXT 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 Grand Theft Auto

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Grand Theft Auto is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Grand Theft Auto in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file GXT with Grand Theft Auto. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open GXT files.

Programs to open GXT file

Remember to download programs supporting GXT files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

Step 2. Create association of Grand Theft Auto with GXT files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the GXT file still does not use the Grand Theft Auto program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the GXT file with the Grand Theft Auto program.

Step 3. Update Grand Theft Auto to the latest version

If, however, after binding Grand Theft Auto with Grand Theft Auto Text Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Rockstar Games, Inc. page and install.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the GXT 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 GXT file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the GXT file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the GXT file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected GXT file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the GXT 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 the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair GXT file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Rockstar Games
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted GXT 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 of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the GXT file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the GXT 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 GXT to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the GXT file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.