Tips to open POIX file

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

POIX file extension

File Name Point Of Interest Exchange Data Format
File Category Developer Files

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

Operating systems
  • 4
  • 1
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is POIX file?

The POIX file has been categorized as Developer Files. Additionally, the Developer Files category contains 1205 of other files. Point Of Interest Exchange Data Format is most often found on 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 main program that supports this format is NotePad++ text editor. This was created by Notepad++ Team. This file type can also be opened by 5 other programs. Sublime Text, PSPad, Microsoft Windows NotePad will apply when it is not possible to use NotePad++ text editor.

How to open POIX file?

The main problem with Point Of Interest Exchange Data Format is that the POIX file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open POIX, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the POIX 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 NotePad++ text editor

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that NotePad++ text editor is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing NotePad++ text editor 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 is a list of programs that support the file POIX.

Step 2. Create association of NotePad++ text editor with POIX files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the POIX file to open in the NotePad++ text editor application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. 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. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the NotePad++ text editor application as the default for handling the POIX file.

Step 3. Update NotePad++ text editor to the latest version

If, however, after binding NotePad++ text editor with Point Of Interest Exchange Data Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the Notepad++ Team website or update the program from the application.

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

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the POIX file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our POIX file. Sometimes virus-infected POIX files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the POIX 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.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged POIX files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file POIX 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.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. If possible, you can try to move the POIX file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file POIX to close. However, some background programs may block the POIX file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.