FXF File Extension

What is FXF file?

FXF filename suffix is mostly used for BigFix Action Format files. BigFix Action Format specification was created by IBM. FXF files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. FXF file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. BigFix Console supports FXF files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support FXF file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support FXF files. Files with FXF extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with FXF extension?

Problems with accessing FXF may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with FXF extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install BigFix Console software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening FXF files is that no program that can handle FXF files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing BigFix Console or different compatible program, such as BigFix. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading BigFix Console installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of BigFix Console and update if needed

You still cannot access FXF files although BigFix Console is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that BigFix Console cannot handle files with FXF may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using BigFix Console.

Step 3. Associate BigFix Action Format files with BigFix Console

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate FXF files with latest version of BigFix Console you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the FXF file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where BigFix Console is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open FXF files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with FXF extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select BigFix Console and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with FXF extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the FXF 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 FXF file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the FXF 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. FXF file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If you obtained the problematic FXF file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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. If the FXF file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle BigFix Console

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with BigFix Action Format 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 FXF files affecting older versions of given software.

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