Tips to open OGX file

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

OGX file extension

File Name Ogg Vorbis Multiplexed Media Format
File Developer Xiph.Org
File Category Video Files

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

Operating systems
  • 3
  • 1
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is OGX file?

The file in the OGX format belongs to the Video Files category. The author of this format is Xiph.Org. Video Files consists of 546 similar files. Ogg Vorbis Multiplexed Media Format appears on 3 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use VLC media player to handle this file. This is a program created by VideoLAN Project Team. This file type can also be opened by 4 other programs. The QuickTime Player, Windows Media Player, Foobar2000 programs will also handle the file when the VLC media player program does not fulfill its role.

How to open OGX file?

The most common problem when using Ogg Vorbis Multiplexed Media Format is that a specific OGX is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open OGX, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the OGX 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 VLC media player

In this case, you should first verify that the VLC media player application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing VLC media player into the operating 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 OGX files.

Step 2. Create association of VLC media player with OGX files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the OGX file still does not use the VLC media player 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. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the OGX file with the VLC media player application.

Step 3. Update VLC media player to the latest version

If, however, after binding VLC media player with Ogg Vorbis Multiplexed Media Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the VideoLAN Project Team website or update the program from the application.

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

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the OGX file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. 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 OGX or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected OGX files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the OGX 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.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair OGX file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Xiph.Org help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file OGX 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move OGX to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the OGX file is blocked by the first application to open it. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.