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Basic information about XPT file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension XPT（*.XPT or *.xpt）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the XPT file yourself.

There are 2 file types using the XPT file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the XPT file with their brief description and a list of programs that support XPT file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the XPT file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the XPT file?
  • How to open a XPT file?
  • What programs do I need to open a XPT file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a XPT file?
  • How to convert XPT files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to XPT file format?


1.Detail information about XPT file extension: Mozilla Firefox Component

File type Mozilla Firefox Component Category Plugin Files
Developer Mozilla File format N/A
Description XPT file is a Mozilla Firefox Component developed by Mozilla. An XPT file is a component used by Mozilla Firefox, a cross-platform web browser. It contains a plugin (such as flashplayer.xpt) that adds features and functionality to the web browser. XPT files are installed in the web browser's components folder.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XPT files

Windows		 Mozilla Firefox
Nvu

macOS		 Mozilla Firefox

Linux		 Mozilla Firefox


2.Detail information about XPT file extension: SAS Transport File

File type SAS Transport File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XPT file is a SAS Transport File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XPT files

Windows		 SAS Analytics sofware
IBM SPSS

macOS
 IBM SPSS

Linux		 IBM SPSS



Can't open a XPT file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.XPT”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the XPT extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support XPT file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of XPT files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a XPT file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a XPT file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a XPT file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the XPT file is damaged.
  • Whether the XPT file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the XPT file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the XPT file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the XPT file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a XPT file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a XPT file.

If the XPT file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.