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Basic information about FX file

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

There are 6 file types using the FX file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the FX file with their brief description and a list of programs that support FX file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the FX file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the FX file?
  • How to open a FX file?
  • What programs do I need to open a FX file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a FX file?
  • How to convert FX files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to FX file format?


1.Detail information about FX file extension: Microsoft Windows Prefetch Data

File type Microsoft Windows Prefetch Data Category System Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description FX file is a Microsoft Windows Prefetch Data. The fx file extension is associated with the Microsoft Windows operating system for IBM-PC compatible desktop and laptop computers.

The fx file stores prefetch data used to optimize system performance.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert FX files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows


2.Detail information about FX file extension: Direct3D Effects File

File type Direct3D Effects File Category 3D Image Files
Developer Microsoft File format Text
Description FX file is a Direct3D Effects File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert FX files

Windows		 Microsoft Visual Studio 2017
Microsoft EffectEdit
Microsoft Dxviewer
Microsoft FXC
Any text editor


3.Detail information about FX file extension: ReadyBoot Trace File

File type ReadyBoot Trace File Category System Files
Developer Microsoft File format Binary
Description FX file is a ReadyBoot Trace File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert FX files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows


4.Detail information about FX file extension: FastLynx Online Guide

File type FastLynx Online Guide Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description FX file is a FastLynx Online Guide.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert FX files

Windows		 FastLynx


5.Detail information about FX file extension: Corel WordPerfect Office Template File

File type Corel WordPerfect Office Template File Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description FX file is a Corel WordPerfect Office Template File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert FX files

Windows		 Corel WordPerfect Office


6.Detail information about FX file extension: LucasArts The Secret Of Monkey Island: Special Edition Shader File

File type LucasArts The Secret Of Monkey Island: Special Edition Shader File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description FX file is a LucasArts The Secret Of Monkey Island: Special Edition Shader File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert FX files

Windows		 The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition



Can't open a FX 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.FX”。

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 FX extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the FX 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.