Basic information about PEX file

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

There are 3 file types using the PEX file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PEX file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PEX file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PEX file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PEX file?
  • How to open a PEX file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PEX file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PEX file?
  • How to convert PEX files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PEX file format?


1.Detail information about PEX file extension: West Publisher Portable Exhibit File

File type West Publisher Portable Exhibit File Category Page Layout Files
Developer Thomson West File format Binary
Description PEX file is a West Publisher Portable Exhibit File developed by Thomson West. Document created by West Publisher, a program used to capture digital artifacts from legal proceedings; stores an exhibit for use in a courtroom hearing; can be distributed standalone or bundled into a .PTZ file for distribution.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PEX files

Windows		 West Publisher
West E-Transcript Bundle Viewer


2.Detail information about PEX file extension: Merak Peep Data File

File type Merak Peep Data File Category Data Files
Developer Merak File format N/A
Description PEX file is a Merak Peep Data File developed by Merak.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PEX files

Windows		 Merak Peep


3.Detail information about PEX file extension: ProBoard Executable File

File type ProBoard Executable File Category Executable Files
Developer ProBoard File format N/A
Description PEX file is a ProBoard Executable File developed by ProBoard.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PEX files

Windows		 ProBoard BBS system

Linux		 ProBoard BBS system



Can't open a PEX 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.PEX”。

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 PEX extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PEX 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.