File extension .EVTX
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 Event Log Format | Microsoft | System Files |
The EVTX file extension is used by the Windows 7 operating system for storing event log files. In Windows 7, event logs are used for recording application-level activity and to store diagnostic information. These files are generally stored in the same directory as other Windows system files, located in the C:/Windows/System32/winevt/Logs folder. EVTX files contain text which can be viewed with a text editor as well as a variety of specialised applications.
Technical Details of EVTX File Extension
EVTX files are configured as an extensible markup language (XML) format and include such things as timestamp, user information, and the type of log entries. This structure enables the support of additional elements that may be part of future Event Logging enhancements. Each event in an EVTX file contains an event type and log level specifying the criticality of the event details within the log entry.
A number of other popular file extensions for Windows system logs include log,.evt,.etl. By comparison with these formats, files with the EVTX extension are structured and highly compressed for efficient storage. This makes it easier to search and view log data than in traditional formats.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .EVTX) 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 .EVTX 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 .EVTX 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 .EVTX 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 .EVTX extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .EVTX file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .EVTX 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 .EVTX file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .EVTX file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .EVTX 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
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