File extension .IDX
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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Index Format | N/A | Misc Files |
The IDX file extension is a data file type primarily associated with Microsoft Windows. IDX files are indexed files typically used for storing data and quickly retrieving small bits of information. Usually, IDX files can be found in databases, catalogs, and text documents. These files often require a specific software to read the information they store. By organizing the data into a specific format, the IDX file makes the searching process easier.
What an IDX File Contains
The IDX file stores information in a standard format that can be easily retrieved by any software that supports it. This data can include information like locations and endings of titles, as well as addresses or even dates. Additionally, the data may contain bitmap images, sounds, and other multimedia objects that can be used in various applications. Depending on the application used to create it, some IDX files may require specific software in order to be read.
Similar File Extensions
The IDX file extension is related to other types of indexed files such as .IXB, .IXA, .DIX, .TXA, and .IVX. Most of these files contain a variety of data which can only be used within certain applications.
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 .IDX) 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 .IDX 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 .IDX 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 .IDX 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 .IDX extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .IDX file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .IDX 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 .IDX file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .IDX file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .IDX 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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