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Open RXE File

<p>A file with an .RXE extension is typically recognized as a program file for LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT, an open-source robotics programming platform developed by LEGO.</p> <h3>Use of RXE File in LEGO MINDSTORMS</h3> <p>In the context of LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT, an RXE file stores executable firmware. These files contain programming information that instructs the robot's computer what actions to execute. You can generate RXE files using the <a href="https://education.lego.com/en-us/support/mindstorms-ev3">official MINDSTORMS EV3 software</a>, or alternative development environments like Bricx Command Center.</p> <h3>Opening and Using RXE files for LEGO MINDSTORMS</h3> <p>To open and use RXE files for MINDSTORMS, you need to download and install the official LEGO MINDSTORMS software, which is available for both <a href="https://education.lego.com/en-us/support/mindstorms-ev3">Windows and Mac</a>. After installation, connect your computer to your NXT robot via USB cable, then use the software's file explorer to upload the RXE file to the robot. Once uploaded, you can run the program directly from the NXT device.</p> <h3>Other Possible Formats of RXE File</h3> <p>Besides LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT, RXE files might also be associated with other software like 'Report Express'. In this case, RXE files are used for storing reports and are opened using the respective software. Check your system or application documentation to verify if this format pertains to your RXE file.</p> <h3>RXE File Important Information</h3> <p>It's important to be aware that changing the file format does not change the file content. If you have a file that is meant to be a LEGO MINDSTORM's program but it is not in the RXE format, simply changing the file's extension to RXE won't make it executable on the MINDSTORMS platform. Always ensure your programs are correctly compiled using the dedicated MINDSTORMS software.</p>

How Can I Open RXE File on Windows

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

How Can I Open RXE File on Mac OS

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

How Can I Open RXE File on Android

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

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