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Basic information about AEX file

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

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


1.Detail information about AEX file extension: Alpha Five Compiled Global Functions File

File type Alpha Five Compiled Global Functions File Category Web Files
Developer Alpha Software File format Binary
Description AEX file is a Alpha Five Compiled Global Functions File developed by Alpha Software. File created by Alpha Five, a program used to create Web applications; stores compiled Xbasic event handler program code, which contains global functions for the application; referenced as a library by Alpha Five grid components.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AEX files

Windows
Alpha Software Alpha Anywhere
Alpha Five


2.Detail information about AEX file extension: After Effects Plug-in

File type After Effects Plug-in Category Plugin Files
Developer Adobe Systems File format Binary
Description AEX file is a After Effects Plug-in developed by Adobe Systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AEX files

Windows
Adobe After Effects CC 2017

macOS
Adobe After Effects CC 2017



How to convert AEX files to another file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for AEX files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve AEX to another files conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a AEX 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.AEX”。

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 AEX extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the AEX 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.