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Open APX File

APX files are primarily associated with Autodesk Advance Steel, a specialized 3D modeling software used for designing steel structures. However, the APX file extension has multiple purposes and can be used by different software programs. In this article, we will explore different formats that utilize APX file extensions and discuss how to open and use them in various applications.

Autodesk Advance Steel

Autodesk Advance Steel is a powerful 3D modeling software used by structural engineers and architects for designing steel structures. APX files in Autodesk Advance Steel represent custom connection drawings and details for steel structures. To open and use the APX file in Advance Steel, follow these steps:

Launch Autodesk Advance Steel.
Click on the "Open" option from the "File" menu.
Browse your computer to locate the APX file you want to open.
Click on the APX file and then click "Open."

This will load the custom connection into your Advance Steel project. More information about Autodesk Advance Steel and its support for APX files can be found on the official Autodesk website.

Borland Quattro Pro Files (Spreadsheet)

APX files can also be used as spreadsheet forms associated with Borland Quattro Pro, a software for creating and editing spreadsheets. To open APX files in Borland Quattro Pro or any other software supporting this file format, like Corel WordPerfect Office, follow these steps:

Launch the preferred spreadsheet software.
Click on "File" then "Open" from the menu.
Find the APX file on your computer and click "Open."

This will load the APX spreadsheet file into your program, where you can view and edit the data. You may also visit the official Corel WordPerfect Office website for more information on opening APX files as spreadsheets.

Streets & Trips Map File

Microsoft Streets & Trips is a discontinued mapping software that used APX files to store information about geographic points of interest. If you have a copy of Streets & Trips installed on your computer, you can open APX files:

Launch Microsoft Streets & Trips.
Click "File" then "Open" from the menu.
Find the APX file on your computer and click "Open" to load the points of interest into your map.

Please note that Microsoft Streets & Trips has been discontinued and might not be available for download or purchase. However, some users might still have a copy of the software installed on their machines.

APX File Important Information

As we have learned, there are various file formats associated with the APX file extension, depending on the software and usage. When opening an APX file, it's essential to identify the right software to open and use the file correctly. If you come across an APX file, review the context or source of the file to determine its purpose, and then use the appropriate software to open and interact with the content.

How Can I Open APX File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open APX file is to find a APX file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a APX file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open APX file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as APX file opener then try to search online for "APX viewer", "application to open APX file" or "open APX file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open APX file

How Can I Open APX File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a APX file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a APX file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with APX file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as APX file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open APX file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open APX file then try to search for "APX viewer", "application to open APX file" or "read APX file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read APX file

How Can I Open APX File on Android

If you downloaded a APX file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded APX file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "APX".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "APX viewer", "APX file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open APX File on iPhone or iPad

To open APX File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the APX file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "APX". This way you can find apps which can open APX files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "APX viewer" or "APX file" online in your favorite search engine.

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