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Basic information about MSHXML file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension MSHXML（*.MSHXML or *.mshxml）, 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 MSHXML file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the MSHXML file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the MSHXML file with their brief description and a list of programs that support MSHXML file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the MSHXML file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the MSHXML file?
  • How to open a MSHXML file?
  • What programs do I need to open a MSHXML file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a MSHXML file?
  • How to convert MSHXML files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to MSHXML file format?


1.Detail information about MSHXML file extension: Microsoft XML Typedata

File type Microsoft XML Typedata Category Misc Files
Developer Microsoft Corporation File format N/A
Description MSHXML file is a Microsoft XML Typedata developed by Microsoft Corporation. Full format name of files that use MSHXML extension is Microsoft XML Typedata. Microsoft XML Typedata format was developed by Microsoft Corporation. Files with MSHXML extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with MSHXML extension are categorized as Various Files files. The Various Files subset comprises 3591 various file formats. Windows Notepad supports MSHXML files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 4 other tools may also be used. Windows Notepad software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about MSHXML files or the Windows Notepad software program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MSHXML files

Windows		 Microsoft .NET Micro Framework SDK Version 3.0
Microsoft Windows NotePad
NotePad++ text editor

macOS		 TextEdit

Linux		 gedit



Can't open a MSHXML 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.MSHXML”。

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 MSHXML extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support MSHXML 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 MSHXML 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 MSHXML file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a MSHXML 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 MSHXML file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the MSHXML 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.