DOCXML File Extension

What is DOCXML file?

Full format name of files that use DOCXML extension is Microsoft Word XML Document. Microsoft Word XML Document format was developed by Microsoft. DOCXML file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. DOCXML file belongs to the Text Files category just like 440 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling DOCXML files is Microsoft Word, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Microsoft Word software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about DOCXML files or the Microsoft Word software program.

Programs which support DOCXML file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support DOCXML files. Files with DOCXML 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 DOCXML extension?

Being unable to open files with DOCXML extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with DOCXML extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Word software

Problems with opening and working with DOCXML files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with DOCXML files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Microsoft Word and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Microsoft Word installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Word to the latest version

If the problems with opening DOCXML files still occur even after installing Microsoft Word, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Word is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why DOCXML files are not compatible with Microsoft Word. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Word.

Step 3. Set the default application to open DOCXML files to Microsoft Word

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Word installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage DOCXML on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the DOCXML 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 Microsoft Word installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DOCXML files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected DOCXML file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Microsoft Word and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DOCXML extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the DOCXML file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the DOCXML file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the DOCXML file for viruses or malware

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

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

Did you receive the DOCXML file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 DOCXML 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.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Microsoft Word XML Document file.

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

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Microsoft Word XML Document files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DOCXML files affecting older versions of given software.

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