Basic information about TEX file

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

There are 8 file types using the TEX file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the TEX file with their brief description and a list of programs that support TEX file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the TEX file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the TEX file?
  • How to open a TEX file?
  • What programs do I need to open a TEX file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a TEX file?
  • How to convert TEX files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to TEX file format?


1.Detail information about TEX file extension: Texture File

File type Texture File Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description TEX file is a Texture File. Bitmap image used for storing textures; can create the appearance of different surfaces and can be applied to both 2D and 3D objects; often used in video games (such as first person shooters) that support 3D texture-mapping.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TEX files

Windows
alaplaya Avalon Heroes
Capcom Dead Rising 2
Gibbed's DeadRising2 Tools
Croteam Serious Sam
Hover!


2.Detail information about TEX file extension: LaTeX Source Document

File type LaTeX Source Document Category Text Files
Developer Donald Knuth File format Text
Description TEX file is a LaTeX Source Document developed by Donald Knuth.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TEX files

Windows
File Viewer Plus
TeXworks
BaKoMa TeX
TeXnicCenter
Texmaker
LaTeX Editor
proTeXt
gVim

macOS
LyX/Mac
TeXworks
Texmaker
TeXShop
Skim
MacVim

Linux
TeXworks
Texmaker


3.Detail information about TEX file extension: Corel PaintShop Pro Texture

File type Corel PaintShop Pro Texture Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TEX file is a Corel PaintShop Pro Texture.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TEX files

Windows
Corel PaintShop Pro


4.Detail information about TEX file extension: Mackichan Scientific Notebook File

File type Mackichan Scientific Notebook File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TEX file is a Mackichan Scientific Notebook File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TEX files

Windows
Scientific Notebook


5.Detail information about TEX file extension: Concordance Full Text Database File

File type Concordance Full Text Database File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TEX file is a Concordance Full Text Database File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TEX files

Windows
Concordance


6.Detail information about TEX file extension: Hitman Game File

File type Hitman Game File Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TEX file is a Hitman Game File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TEX files

Windows
Dragon UnPACKer
Hitman: Bloodmoney
Hitman 2: Silent Assassin
Hitman: Contracts


7.Detail information about TEX file extension: Game Texture

File type Game Texture Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TEX file is a Game Texture.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TEX files

Windows
Dragon UnPACKer
Stronghold 3
Freedom Fighters
The HOVER!
Serious Sam
Serious Sam 2
Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor


8.Detail information about TEX file extension: Leadwerks Game Engine Texture

File type Leadwerks Game Engine Texture Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TEX file is a Leadwerks Game Engine Texture.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TEX files

Windows
Leadwerks Game Engine



How to convert TEX files to another file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for TEX files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve TEX to another files conversion, you may use the option.



How to convert another files to TEX file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for another files to TEX file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to TEX conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a TEX 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.TEX”。

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 TEX extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the TEX 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.