XFD File Extension

What is XFD file?

Full format name of files that use XFD extension is XFD Format. XFD Format specification was created by UWI. XFD file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with XFD extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. Users are advised to use Lotus Forms Viewer software for managing XFD files, although 4 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support XFD file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open XFD files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with XFD 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 XFD extension?

Being unable to open files with XFD extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with XFD 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. Download and install Lotus Forms Viewer

Problems with opening and working with XFD files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with XFD files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Lotus Forms Viewer or one to the listed programs: Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Reader, PureEdge Viewer. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Lotus Forms Viewer installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Lotus Forms Viewer and update if needed

If you already have Lotus Forms Viewer installed on your systems and XFD files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Lotus Forms Viewer cannot handle files with XFD may be that the software is outdated.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 Lotus Forms Viewer.

Step 3. Associate XFD Format files with Lotus Forms Viewer

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

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the XFD file and choose Open with option
• 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 Lotus Forms Viewer is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open XFD 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 XFD extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Lotus Forms Viewer and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with XFD extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the XFD file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the XFD file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. XFD file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the XFD file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with XFD extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

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. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Lotus Forms Viewer

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with XFD Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with XFD files affecting older versions of given software.

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