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Basic information about FFX file

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

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


1.Detail information about FFX file extension: After Effects Preset File

File type After Effects Preset File Category Settings Files
Developer Adobe Systems File format Binary
Description FFX file is a After Effects Preset File developed by Adobe Systems. Effects file used by Adobe After Effects, a motion graphics video production program; contains presets for a video effect, such as a fade or warping effect; used for enhancing videos during the editing and production process.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert FFX files

Windows		 Adobe After Effects CC 2017

macOS		 Adobe After Effects CC 2017


2.Detail information about FFX file extension: Microsoft Find Fast Index

File type Microsoft Find Fast Index Category System Files
Developer Microsoft File format N/A
Description FFX file is a Microsoft Find Fast Index developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert FFX files

Windows		 Microsoft Office 2016
Microsoft Outlook 2016



Can't open a FFX 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.FFX”。

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 FFX extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the FFX 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.