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Basic information about XIP file

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

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


1.Detail information about XIP file extension: Hotbar Image Compression Format (Skin)

File type Hotbar Image Compression Format (Skin) Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XIP file is a Hotbar Image Compression Format (Skin). The xip file extension is associated with the HotBar, a software that integrates some widgets and utilities to Microsoft Windows. It is also detected as a spyware by some anti-spyware apps.

The xip file stores skin for HotBar.

This xip 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 XIP files

Windows		 Hotbar


2.Detail information about XIP file extension: macOS Signed Archive

File type macOS Signed Archive Category Compressed Files
Developer Apple File format Zip
Description XIP file is a macOS Signed Archive developed by Apple.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XIP files

macOS
 Apple Archive Utility


3.Detail information about XIP file extension: HP 95LX Execute-in-place Program

File type HP 95LX Execute-in-place Program Category Executable Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XIP file is a HP 95LX Execute-in-place Program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XIP files


4.Detail information about XIP file extension: Xbox Dashboard Data

File type Xbox Dashboard Data Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XIP file is a Xbox Dashboard Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XIP files


5.Detail information about XIP file extension: Photo Mechanic Metadata

File type Photo Mechanic Metadata Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description XIP file is a Photo Mechanic Metadata.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XIP files



Can't open a XIP 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.XIP”。

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 XIP extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the XIP 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.