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.APPX File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: Developer Files
  • Format: Binary

What is an .APPX file?

.APPX is Windows 8 App Package

App package format introduced with Windows 8; used by developers when packaging and submitting Windows 8 apps (formerly referred to as Metro Style apps) for sale on the Windows Store.

APPX files can be packaged with Visual Studio 2012, which provides support for developing Windows 8 apps. Use the Create App Packages wizard by choosing Project → Store → Create App Packages in Visual Studio or Store → Create App Packages in Visual Studio Express.

APPX files can be included within .APPXUPLOAD files. Both file types can be used as a submission format to the Windows Store, but APPXUPLOAD files contain additional information that allows debugging information to be sent back to the developer for app crashes.

NOTE: APPX files have a 2GB maximum file size.

Programs that open Windows 8 App Package
Windows
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017

How to solve problems with APPX files

  • Associate the APPX file extension with the correct application. On :
    Windows: Right click on any APPX file and then click "Open with" > "Choose another app". Now select another program and check the box "Always use this app to open *.APPX files". Mac: Right click (or Ctrl-click) the APPX file, then click "Open with" > "Other...". Then choose another program and check the "Always Open With" box. Linux: Right click on the file, and select "Open with" and choose another program. iPhone: Tap the file. If you do not see an app to open the file, then tap Share "Share" and choose an app. Alternatively, save the file. Then open the Files app Files app. There long-press on the file, then release your finger. You will see a black menu bar. Then tap "Share" and select an app. Android: Tap the Settings icon on your smartphone, then tap on the Apps section. There tap the Options icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen to change the default apps.
  • Update your software that should actually open .APPX is Windows 8 App Package. Because only the current version supports the latest APPX file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Microsoft manufacturer website after an available .APPX is Windows 8 App Package update.
  • To make sure that your APPX file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with antivirus software.
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