Basic information about CTX file

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

There are 10 file types using the CTX file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CTX file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CTX file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CTX file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CTX file?
  • How to open a CTX file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CTX file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CTX file?
  • How to convert CTX files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CTX file format?


1.Detail information about CTX file extension: Cherrytree Password-protected SQLite Document

File type Cherrytree Password-protected SQLite Document Category Compressed Files
Developer giuspen File format Zip
Description CTX file is a Cherrytree Password-protected SQLite Document developed by giuspen. A CTX file is a document created by Cherrytree, a note-taking application. It stores document data, which may include text, tables, objects, and images, compressed with Zip compression. CTX files are protected with a password and cannot be viewed without it being entered.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CTX files

Windows		 giuspen Cherrytree
7-Zip

Linux		 giuspen Cherrytree


2.Detail information about CTX file extension: Visual Basic Control Binary File

File type Visual Basic Control Binary File Category Developer Files
Developer Microsoft File format N/A
Description CTX file is a Visual Basic Control Binary File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CTX files

Windows		 Microsoft Visual Studio


3.Detail information about CTX file extension: Valve ICE Encoded Script

File type Valve ICE Encoded Script Category Game Files
Developer Valve File format Binary
Description CTX file is a Valve ICE Encoded Script developed by Valve.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CTX files

Windows		 Ctx Converter


4.Detail information about CTX file extension: Microsoft Windows Terminal Server INI Backup

File type Microsoft Windows Terminal Server INI Backup Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CTX file is a Microsoft Windows Terminal Server INI Backup.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CTX files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows NT 4.0
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Microsoft Windows Vista


5.Detail information about CTX file extension: Alphacam Compiled Text File

File type Alphacam Compiled Text File Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CTX file is a Alphacam Compiled Text File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CTX files

Windows		 Alphacam


6.Detail information about CTX file extension: Chinese Character Input File

File type Chinese Character Input File Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CTX file is a Chinese Character Input File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CTX files

Linux		 TeX Live


7.Detail information about CTX file extension: CTRAN/W DEFINE Compressed Data File

File type CTRAN/W DEFINE Compressed Data File Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CTX file is a CTRAN/W DEFINE Compressed Data File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CTX files

Windows		 CTRAN/W


8.Detail information about CTX file extension: GE Industrial Systems CIMPLICITY Text Version HMI Screen

File type GE Industrial Systems CIMPLICITY Text Version HMI Screen Category Text Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CTX file is a GE Industrial Systems CIMPLICITY Text Version HMI Screen.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CTX files

Windows		 CIMPLICITY HMI


9.Detail information about CTX file extension: Nokia PC Suite Backup Contact File

File type Nokia PC Suite Backup Contact File Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CTX file is a Nokia PC Suite Backup Contact File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CTX files

Windows		 Nokia Suite


10.Detail information about CTX file extension: Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) Ciphertext File

File type Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) Ciphertext File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CTX file is a Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) Ciphertext File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CTX files

Windows		 Pretty Good Privacy



Can't open a CTX 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.CTX”。

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 CTX extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CTX 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.