File Extension Library


.FX File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: 3D Image Files
  • Format: Text

What are .FX files and how to open them?

Can't open .FX file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .FX file.

What is a .FX file extension?

.FX file extension is created by Microsoft. .FX has been classified as 3D Image Files. The format of .FX file is Text.

.FX is Direct3D Effects File

Effects file created for Direct3D, a part of Microsoft DirectX that is used to define the appearance of 3D objects; contains plain text effects properties structured into three sections: variables, functions, and techniques; written using Microsoft's High Level Shader Language (see also .HLSL files).

FX files are used to specify textures, lighting parameters, shading, rendering properties, and other effects.

NOTE: Direct3D technology is only used for Windows programs.

List of all softwares that can open the Direct3D Effects File
Windows
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017
File Type 2:

ReadyBoot Trace File

Developer by: Microsoft Category: System Files Format: Binary

System file used by ReadyBoot, a Windows technology that optimizes the boot process, enabling faster system load times; saves a trace of accessed files on the system that Windows uses as a boot plan for the next time the system is started.

ReadyBoot FX files are created and updated in the background after a system restart. They record accessed files from the last few system boots. This historical information allows Windows to calculate a caching plan for the next restart that helps increase system boot performance.

You can find FX files (e.g., Trace1.fx, Trace2.fx, etc.) in the following directory:

C:\Windows\ReadyBoost\Prefetch\Readyboot\

List of all softwares that can open the ReadyBoot Trace File
Windows
Microsoft Windows

How to fix problems with .FX files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .FX files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .FX file format
  2. You need to check the .FX file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)