BFX File Extension

What is BFX file?

BFX is a file extension commonly associated with Bitware Fax Document files. Bitware Fax Document specification was created by Cheyenne. BFX file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. BFX file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. FaxSee supports BFX files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 3 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support BFX file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support BFX files. Files with BFX suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with BFX extension?

Problems with accessing BFX may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with BFX files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install FaxSee software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BFX files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install FaxSee or one to the listed programs: XnView, Batch Fax to PDF, BitWare. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit FaxSee website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of FaxSee and update if needed

If the problems with opening BFX files still occur even after installing FaxSee, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of FaxSee is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of FaxSee installed, it may not support BFX format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using FaxSee.

Step 3. Associate Bitware Fax Document files with FaxSee

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate BFX files with latest version of FaxSee you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the BFX file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the FaxSee installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open BFX files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the BFX file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with BFX extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the BFX for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the BFX file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The BFX may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the BFX file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the BFX file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the BFX file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with BFX extension is complete and error-free

If the BFX file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the BFX file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Bitware Fax Document file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run FaxSee

If the systems has insufficient resources to open BFX files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Bitware Fax Document files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BFX files affecting older versions of given software.

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