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Basic information about XML file

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

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


1.Detail information about XML file extension: XML File

File type XML File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format XML
Description XML file is a XML File. An XML file is an XML (Extensible Markup Language) data file. It is formatted much like an .HTML document, but uses custom tags to define objects and the data within each object. XML files can be thought of as a text-based database.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XML files

Windows
File Viewer Plus
Altova XMLSpy
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017
SyncRO Soft oXygen XML Editor
Liquid Technologies Liquid XML Studio
Progress Stylus Studio
JAPISoft EditiX
Wattle XMLwriter
Microsoft XML Notepad
Any text editor
Full Convert Enterprise
NotePad++

macOS
JAPISoft EditiX
Bare Bones BBEdit
MacroMates TextMate
Any text editor
TextEdit

Linux
SCREEM
Any text editor
gedit

Android
File Viewer for Android

iOS
Alexander Blach Textastic Code Editor


2.Detail information about XML file extension: Cinelerra Video Project

File type Cinelerra Video Project Category Video Files
Developer Heroine Virtual File format Text
Description XML file is a Cinelerra Video Project developed by Heroine Virtual.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XML files

Linux
Cinelerra



How to convert XML files to another file format?

There are 27 records in our database eligible for XML files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve XML to another files conversion, you may use the option.



How to convert another files to XML file format?

There are 60 records in our database eligible for another files to XML file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to XML conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a XML 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.XML”。

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 XML extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the XML 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.