Tips to open INX file
Can't open the INX file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open INX files as well as a list of programs that support INX files.
INX file extension
| File Name |
Adobe InDesign Interchange Format |
| File Developer |
Adobe Systems |
| File Category |
Layout Files |
The INX file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the INX files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the INX file on each system platform.
What is INX file?
The .INX file is an Adobe InDesign interchange file. The functionality of this file covers the standard InDesign .INDD extension. The main purpose is to transfer content to an older version of the program. The file will not contain functions that will not be supported by the target program. The entire file is saved as XML. The use of this file allows to maintain consistency between projects developed on different software versions, as well as compatibility between them.
How to open INX file?
An often recurring problem with Adobe InDesign Interchange Format is that INX is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open INX, 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 INX 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 Adobe Creative Suite
In this case, you should first verify that the Adobe Creative Suite application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Adobe Creative Suite in it. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open INX files.
Programs to open INX file
Remember to download programs supporting INX files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Adobe Creative Suite with INX files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the INX file to open in the Adobe Creative Suite 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 displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of 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 INX file with the Adobe Creative Suite program.
Step 3. Update Adobe Creative Suite to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Adobe Creative Suite program, it is possible that Adobe InDesign Interchange Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Adobe Systems Incorporated website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the INX 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 INX file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the INX file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the INX file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected INX 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 INX file. 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair INX file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Adobe Systems help.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted INX files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the INX file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the INX file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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