PSDX File Extension

What is PSDX file?

PSDX filename suffix is mostly used for Photoshop Touch Document files. Photoshop Touch Document specification was created by Adobe Systems. PSDX files are supported by software applications available for devices running Android, iOS, Mac OS, Windows. Files with PSDX extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. The most popular program for handling PSDX files is Adobe Photoshop, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Adobe Systems Incorporated developer not only will you find detailed information about theAdobe Photoshop software, but also about PSDX and other supported file formats.

Programs which support PSDX file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open PSDX files divided into 4 categories according to system platform supported. PSDX files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with PSDX extension?

Problems with accessing PSDX may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with PSDX 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. Get the Adobe Photoshop

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PSDX files is that no program that can handle PSDX files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Adobe Photoshop or one to the listed programs: Adobe Photoshop Touch for iPad, Adobe Photoshop Touch for Android. 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 Adobe Photoshop installed is by going to developer’s website (Adobe Systems Incorporated) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Adobe Photoshop to the latest version

You still cannot access PSDX files although Adobe Photoshop 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. This can be one of the causes why PSDX files are not compatible with Adobe Photoshop. The latest version of Adobe Photoshop should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Adobe Photoshop to PSDX files

If you have the latest version of Adobe Photoshop installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PSDX on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the PSDX file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Adobe Photoshop is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PSDX files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the PSDX file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• 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 PSDX extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the PSDX 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 PSDX file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the PSDX file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the PSDX file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the PSDX file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the PSDX file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with PSDX 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 Photoshop Touch Document file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Adobe Photoshop

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support PSDX files. Close all running programs and try opening the PSDX file.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Photoshop Touch Document file. It may be the case that the PSDX files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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