CILX File Extension

What is CILX file?

CILX filename suffix is mostly used for Volume Activation Management Tool Data Format files. CILX file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. CILX file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing CILX files is Volume Activation Management Tool. Volume Activation Management Tool software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about CILX files or the Volume Activation Management Tool software program.

Programs which support CILX file extension

The following listing features CILX-compatible programs. Files with CILX suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 01/15/2021

How to open file with CILX extension?

Being unable to open files with CILX extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Volume Activation Management Tool Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Volume Activation Management Tool software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening CILX files is that no program that can handle CILX files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Volume Activation Management Tool and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support CILX files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Volume Activation Management Tool website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Volume Activation Management Tool and update if needed

You still cannot access CILX files although Volume Activation Management Tool is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why CILX files are not compatible with Volume Activation Management Tool. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Volume Activation Management Tool.

Step 3. Set the default application to open CILX files to Volume Activation Management Tool

After installing Volume Activation Management Tool (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open CILX files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the CILX with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Volume Activation Management Tool installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open CILX files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the CILX file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with CILX extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the CILX is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper CILX file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the CILX file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the CILX file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the CILX file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. CILX file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the CILX file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic CILX file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with CILX extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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 in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Volume Activation Management Tool

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with CILX extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Volume Activation Management Tool Data Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with CILX files affecting older versions of given software.

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