Basic information about PXT file

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

There are 5 file types using the PXT file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PXT file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PXT file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PXT file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PXT file?
  • How to open a PXT file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PXT file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PXT file?
  • How to convert PXT files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PXT file format?


1.Detail information about PXT file extension: ProShow Producer Transition File

File type ProShow Producer Transition File Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PXT file is a ProShow Producer Transition File. The pxt file extension is associated with Microsoft Pocket Excel.

The pxt files are basically xlt template files created by the Pocket Version application, which is also able to save the pxt file into the xlt.

This pxt file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PXT files

Windows		 ProShow Producer
ProShow Gold


2.Detail information about PXT file extension: Microsoft Pocket Excel Template

File type Microsoft Pocket Excel Template Category Page Layout Files
Developer Microsoft Corporation File format N/A
Description PXT file is a Microsoft Pocket Excel Template developed by Microsoft Corporation.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PXT files

Windows		 Microsoft Excel


3.Detail information about PXT file extension: PEST - The Professional Exam System Quiz Script

File type PEST - The Professional Exam System Quiz Script Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PXT file is a PEST - The Professional Exam System Quiz Script.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PXT files

Windows		 PEST


4.Detail information about PXT file extension: RealLegal E-Transcript File

File type RealLegal E-Transcript File Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PXT file is a RealLegal E-Transcript File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PXT files

Windows		 RealLegal E-Transcript


5.Detail information about PXT file extension: IGOR Pro Packed Experiment Template File

File type IGOR Pro Packed Experiment Template File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PXT file is a IGOR Pro Packed Experiment Template File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PXT files

Windows		 IGOR Pro



Can't open a PXT 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.PXT”。

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 PXT extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PXT 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.