File extension .API
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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Adobe Acrobat Plugin Format | Adobe Systems | Plugin Files |
The .API file extension is a type of plug-in file associated with Adobe Acrobat, which is a tool used to create and manage digital documents. Adobe Acrobat is part of the Adobe Creative Cloud suite of software applications, which specifically provide tools to manage and view multimedia content. The Adobe Acrobat plug-in file type is used for many purposes, such as controlling how to view documents, operating features or creating special forms or text objects.
File structure
The.API file is often stored in the Plug-Ins folder of the Adobe Acrobat application and may include imported elements from other programs. It may also contain executable functions that are useful for viewing or manipulating documents created with Adobe Acrobat. Plugin files are archived in a compressed format and may also utilize additional emulator code to be compatible with the operating system running on a device, such as Windows, Mac or Linux-based systems.
Similar extensions.
Other similar file extensions include .PPL, .PPX, .AIP, .ARX, and .RSP, which are all used in relation to Acrobat personally created plug-ins. This file extension is typically opened during runtime when launching the main application, though it can also be accessed directly from the Plug-Ins folder.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .API) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .API extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .API file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .API extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .API extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .API file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .API file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .API file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .API file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .API file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines

Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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