XQUERY File Extension

What is XQUERY file?

XQUERY is a file extension commonly associated with XQuery Source Code Format files. XQuery Source Code Format specification was created by The W3C XML Query Working Group. XQUERY files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. XQUERY file format, along with 1205 other file formats, belongs to the Developer Files category. The most popular program for handling XQUERY files is XMLSpy, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support XQUERY file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support XQUERY files. Files with XQUERY 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 XQUERY extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening XQUERY files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to XQuery Source Code 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. Get the XMLSpy

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening XQUERY files is that no program that can handle XQUERY files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install XMLSpy or one to the listed programs: TextMate, Microsoft XML Notepad, Stylus Studio. 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 XMLSpy installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update XMLSpy to the latest version

If the problems with opening XQUERY files still occur even after installing XMLSpy, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of XMLSpy is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of XMLSpy installed, it may not support XQUERY format. The latest version of XMLSpy should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign XMLSpy to XQUERY files

After installing XMLSpy (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open XQUERY files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the XQUERY file and choose Open with option
• 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 XQUERY files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected XQUERY file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select XMLSpy and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with XQUERY extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the XQUERY file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the XQUERY file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the XQUERY is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the XQUERY file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. XQUERY file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the XQUERY 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. When downloading the file with XQUERY extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access 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 XQuery Source Code Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle XMLSpy

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with XQuery Source Code Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the XQUERY files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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