File Extension Database

Open OXPS File

OXPS extension files are similar to PDF files. These files are ZIP containers for different types of content and present that content in a paper-like layout.

Basically the OXPS files are the 'open' version of the XPS file. The difference that XPS, despite being proprietary, is the one that is used most frequently, due to the fact that problems have been reported when trying to open an OXPS file. To solve some of these problems, you must have the most current software installed on the computer.

OXPS and XPS was standardized by the Ecma International organization in 2009, based on the XML paper specification, developed for Windows in 2006.

As the XPS format is still much more popular than the OXPS, you should pay special attention before sending the file to other people, who in any case, if they have new software, will probably be able to open the file without problems.

However, if there are any issues, then you should consider converting from OXPS to XPS.

The most notable characteristics of the OXPS format is that it supports additional functionalities, such as:

Calibration of a printer on a CMYK color pallet.
Printing templates.
Gradients and color transparency.
Support for Windows system colors - WCS.

The programs that support the OXPS format are:

How Can I Open OXPS File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open OXPS file is to find a OXPS file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a OXPS 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 OXPS 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 OXPS file opener then try to search online for "OXPS viewer", "application to open OXPS file" or "open OXPS file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open OXPS file

How Can I Open OXPS File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a OXPS file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a OXPS 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 OXPS file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as OXPS file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open OXPS file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open OXPS file then try to search for "OXPS viewer", "application to open OXPS file" or "read OXPS file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read OXPS file

How Can I Open OXPS File on Android

If you downloaded a OXPS 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 OXPS 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 "OXPS".
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 "OXPS viewer", "OXPS 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 OXPS File on iPhone or iPad

To open OXPS 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 OXPS 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 "OXPS". This way you can find apps which can open OXPS 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 "OXPS viewer" or "OXPS file" online in your favorite search engine.