File Extension Database

Open DOX File

Dox file extension has varied uses and can be opened or used in different ways depending on the program that created it. A DOX file can be a MultiMate Document, a WordPerfect Document or a Visual Basic Binary UserDocs. It's important to know the origin of your DOX file in order to open or use it appropriately.

MultiMate Document

A DOX file as a MultiMate Document is an obsolete format and can be challenging to open. MultiMate was a popular word processor program developed by Softword Systems in the 80s. To view this file, you may need to convert it to a more common file format like .doc. There are online file converters available that can do this, such as Convertio.

WordPerfect Document

If your DOX file is a WordPerfect Document, it is likely created by the WordPerfect software from Corel. This file can be opened using WordPerfect, but if you don't have this software, you can also open it with WordPad, Notepad++, Microsoft Word, or LibreOffice. Notably, some formatting might get lost when opening DOX files with non-Corel programs. Software like Nuance OmniPage can also convert these files into different usable formats.

Visual Basic Binary UserDocs

If a DOX file is a Visual Basic Binary UserDocs, it is a binary user document created by Visual Basic, a programming language developed by Microsoft. This kind of DOX file typically contains forms, reports, or other data used by the program. To view this type of DOX file, you need to use the software that created it, which in this case, is Visual Basic. If you do not have access to this software, you may need to contact the person or company that sent you the file and ask them how to best open it.

DOX File Important Information

In summary, understanding the specific program that created the DOX file is crucial in determining how it can be viewed or used. Each file type offers different resources to facilitate viewing or conversion. For instance, a MultiMate Document DOX requires a file conversion before it can be easily viewed. A WordPerfect Document DOX can be viewed through various applications, although some may distort formatting. Finally, a Visual Basic Binary UserDocs DOX calls for the original Visual Basic software to be properly accessed. Therefore, proper and careful handling of DOX files is key to preserving their data and utility.

How Can I Open DOX File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open DOX file is to find a DOX file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DOX file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open DOX file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as DOX file opener then try to search online for "DOX viewer", "application to open DOX file" or "open DOX file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open DOX file

How Can I Open DOX File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a DOX file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DOX file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with DOX file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as DOX file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open DOX file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open DOX file then try to search for "DOX viewer", "application to open DOX file" or "read DOX file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read DOX file

How Can I Open DOX File on Android

If you downloaded a DOX file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded DOX file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "DOX".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "DOX viewer", "DOX file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open DOX File on iPhone or iPad

To open DOX File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the DOX file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "DOX". This way you can find apps which can open DOX files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "DOX viewer" or "DOX file" online in your favorite search engine.

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