Tips to open XAML file

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

XAML file extension

File Name Windows Markup Format
File Developer Microsoft
File Category Developer Files

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

Operating systems
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What is XAML file?

The XAML file has been categorized as Developer Files. The creator of this file is Microsoft. In addition to this file, the Developer Files category includes 1205 related files. Windows Markup Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The NotePad++ text editor application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Notepad++ Team. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. The Microsoft .NET Micro Framework SDK Version 3.0 programs will also handle the file when the NotePad++ text editor program does not fulfill its role.

How to open XAML file?

An often recurring problem with Windows Markup Format is that XAML is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open XAML, 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 XAML 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

The first step is to check if the computer has the NotePad++ text editor program installed. This can be achieved by typing NotePad++ text editor into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support XAML files.

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

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the XAML file still does not use the NotePad++ text editor program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the XAML file with the NotePad++ text editor application.

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

If, despite the association of the NotePad++ text editor program with the Windows Markup Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Notepad++ Team website and install the latest version.

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

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

The XAML file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the XAML file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the XAML file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover XAML files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
Older version of XAML file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular XAML file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Microsoft
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file XAML 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. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move XAML to a different directory.
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. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the XAML 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.