File extension .XAP
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Silverlight Application Package Format | Microsoft | Executable Files |
The XAP file extension is a compressed container format developed by Microsoft Silverlight for storing application programs and files. The files of this type are created automatically when applications are built using Silverlight. It is served by the web server in a similar way to any other web page content.
Technical Details
XAP files are ZIP archives that contain a .DLL file (Dynamic Link Library). This DLL file contains all the c# code libraries,.NET assemblies, and images that make up the Silverlight application. The.XAP also contains an .XAML (Extensible Application Markup Language) file, which contains the design layout for the application. In addition, an XML manifest file may be included to identify the main assembly of the application. Other related formats are .APPX, APPXBUNDLE, and .SLN.
Usage Tips
XAP files are used to distribute applications in Silverlight. The applications can be accessed by downloading them from the Internet. They can also be executed on devices that have the Silverlight browser plug-in installed. Once installed, customers can access applications directly from a Web browser on Windows or OS X without having to install additional software.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .XAP) 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 .XAP 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 .XAP 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 .XAP 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 .XAP extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .XAP file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .XAP 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 .XAP file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .XAP file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .XAP 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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