File Extension Database

Open XZ File

The XZ format is a compression format for a single file and does not offer archiving functions, it is based on the LZMA2 algorithm, which is a high ratio algorithm, and offers lossless compression, which preserves the original data without any loss of quality , which is ideal for distributing things like software applications.

The XZ format file has high compression ratios and consequently has an effect on a significantly reduced file size of the generated file being 30% smaller than GZIP and approximately 15% smaller than BZIP2 files.

Compared to GZ files, XZ files have a better compression ratio and lower decompression time. However, when you use the default compression settings, it requires more memory to decompress and is somewhat less widespread.

XZ compression is slower than other methods, but decompression is relatively fast.

The XZ format is commonly used to distribute Slackware Linux package distributions.

To work on an XZ file you must have one of the following programs installed:

WinZip
XZ Embedded

How Can I Open XZ File on Windows

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

How Can I Open XZ File on Mac OS

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

How Can I Open XZ File on Android

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

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