XQ File Extension

What is XQ file?

Full format name of files that use XQ extension is XQuery Format. The W3C XML Query Working Group defined the XQuery Format format standard. Files with XQ extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with XQ extension are categorized as Developer Files files. The Developer Files subset comprises 1205 various file formats. Users are advised to use XMLSpy software for managing XQ files, although 3 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support XQ file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with XQ files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with XQ 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 XQ extension?

Problems with accessing XQ may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with XQ files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install XMLSpy

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports XQ files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing XMLSpy or different compatible program, such as TextMate, Stylus Studio, Liquid XML Studio. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading XMLSpy installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update XMLSpy to the latest version

You still cannot access XQ files although XMLSpy 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 The reason that XMLSpy cannot handle files with XQ may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of XMLSpy should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate XQuery Format files with XMLSpy

If you have the latest version of XMLSpy installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage XQ 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 XQ file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the XMLSpy installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open XQ files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with XQ extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with XQ extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the XQ file is complete and free of 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 XQ file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the XQ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the XQ file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the XQ file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the XQ 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 XQ extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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 XQuery Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle XMLSpy

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with XQuery Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle XQ files.

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