Basic information about ROX file

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

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


1.Detail information about ROX file extension: Actuate Report Object Executable File

File type Actuate Report Object Executable File Category Executable Files
Developer Actuate File format N/A
Description ROX file is a Actuate Report Object Executable File developed by Actuate. Executable report created with Actuate reporting software; runs reports based on the parameters saved in the report file; compiled from a report object design (.ROD) file and one or more Basic source (.BAS) files.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ROX files

Windows		 Actuate e.Report Designer


2.Detail information about ROX file extension: Roxio Project File

File type Roxio Project File Category Data Files
Developer Sonic Solutions File format XML
Description ROX file is a Roxio Project File developed by Sonic Solutions.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ROX files

Windows		 Roxio Creator NXT Pro 6
e.Report Designer Professional



Can't open a ROX 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.ROX”。

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 ROX extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the ROX 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.