Tips to open SITX file

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

SITX file extension

File Name StuffIt X Archive
File Developer Smith Micro
File Category Compressed Files

The SITX file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the SITX files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the SITX file on each system platform.

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

What is SITX file?

The SITX file has been categorized as Compressed Files. The creator of this file is Smith Micro. Compressed Files consists of 236 similar files. StuffIt X Archive is most often found on 2 operating systems. These systems consist of Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. This file type can also be opened by 5 other programs. You can use StuffIt Deluxe, StuffIt, The Unarchiver, StuffIt Expander in case iArchiver cannot be used.

How to open SITX file?

The most common problem when using StuffIt X Archive is that a specific SITX is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open SITX, 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 SITX 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 iArchiver

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that iArchiver is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name iArchiver in it. 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 SITX files.

Step 2. Create association of iArchiver with SITX files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the SITX file to open in the iArchiver application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 iArchiver application as the default for handling the SITX file.

Step 3. Update iArchiver to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the iArchiver program, it is possible that StuffIt X Archive requires a newer version of the program.

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

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. The most common file problems are:

The SITX file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to SITX files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the SITX file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover SITX files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the SITX 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. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular SITX file corruption.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted SITX files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the SITX file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. 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 it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the SITX file again. 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.