File extension .AXD
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| ASP.NET Web Handler Format | Microsoft | Web Files |
The AXD file extension is associated with Microsoft’s .NET Framework and Visual Studio. It is a web handler file used to process web requests in the ASP.NET technology. An AXD file provides a way to serve up pages without explicitly allowing a user access to all of the source code or content located within the ASPX files.
An AXD file is used for server-side code and is deployed with project sources, meaning it can be found as part of an assembly, DLL, or EXE that is shipped along with the compiled .NET Framework code. This allows for a certain degree of security over other files as AXD files are not generally exposed to the browser. By default, an AXD file will encrypt any resources needed by the application, and will require a certain level of authentication before allowing the information to be returned to the requesting web server.
Functionality and Implementations
Generally, AXD files are built upon filters that request specific events within the application and execute routines based upon them. The data from the request is provided to the event through parameters, where the filter inspects them and may either allow or deny the request for further processing by other components of.NET. Oftentimes these serverside AXD files are used alongside HTML elements, JavaScript, AJAX, MySQL databases, and other internet accessible technologies in order to properly generate dynamic websites.
AXD files typically provide important functionality within.NET applications like tracing of requests as well as resources such as services like custom image generation, validation framework or HTTP handlers for AJAX website calls. It's important to note that other file extensions associated with.NET Framework such as .ASPX, .ASMX, and .ASHX, offer similar functionality as.AXD, however they should be used only when the functionality offered cannot be achieved using an
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .AXD) 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 .AXD 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 .AXD 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 .AXD 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 .AXD extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .AXD file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .AXD 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 .AXD file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .AXD file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .AXD 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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