FRX File Extension

What is FRX file?

FRX is a developer file format. FRX files store binary data and resources used for creating forms in Visual Basic. FRX files only store additional resources needed by given project. FRX files allow users to incorporate images or icons in their projects effortlessly. FRX files are automatically generated by the development environment even if they remain empty.

Visual Basic

Visual Basic is a high-level programming language developed by Microsoft. Visual Basic was designed as an application creation language and tool, but is widely used for writing macros and scripts used by various programs. The language is based on BASIC. Although Visual Basic is a popular tool, most developers avoid it if possible. Visual Basic is subject of many jokes and anecdotes, some of which touch upon the topic of empty FRX files.

Programs which support FRX file extension

The following listing features FRX-compatible programs. FRX files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 06/05/2023

How to open file with FRX extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening FRX files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Visual Basic Binary Form Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Visual Basic software

Problems with opening and working with FRX files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with FRX files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Visual Basic or one of the recommended programs (for example, Visual FoxPro) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. 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 Visual Basic installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Visual Basic to the latest version

You still cannot access FRX files although Visual Basic 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. If you have an older version of Visual Basic installed, it may not support FRX format. The latest version of Visual Basic should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open FRX files to Visual Basic

After installing Visual Basic (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open FRX files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the FRX file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Visual Basic is installed, check the Always use this app to open FRX files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with FRX extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with FRX extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the FRX for errors

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 FRX file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the FRX in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the FRX is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the FRX file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the FRX file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with FRX extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Visual Basic Binary Form Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Visual Basic

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

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 Visual Basic Binary Form Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with FRX files affecting older versions of given software.

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