Opening JPX Files

The JPX file type is primarily associated with Preview.

JPXFile Extension JPX
File extension: JPX
File type:  image

What is a JPX file?

JPX files mostly belong to Preview by Apple. JPX filename extension is mainly associated with image files containing graphics data compressed using JPEG 2000 standard. The images in JPX files are compressed using a discrete wavelet transform (DWT) standard which supports lossless/lossy compression in a single architecture and is superior to the discrete cosine transform compression method used by JPEG codec. Unlike standard JPEG-encoded images, JPX format supports transparency, metadata, and color-space information handling. JPX file format is suitable for storing photographs captured or processed by digital cameras, surveillance systems, remote sensing, and for the distribution of images on the internet. Jalbum, a software for creating photo album websites, uses JPX files to save information about the images in an album. JPX filename extension is also used to store implementation project source code generated by Together, a visual modelling program for designing and analyzing various software architectures.

How can I open a JPX file?

You need a suitable software like Preview to open a JPX file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your JPX file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a JPX file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Easily convert JPX files to JPG, PNG, SVG, PDF, ...

If you want to convert or edit a JPX file, you can use our free Online JPX File Converter (powered by Convert.Guru):
  1. To do this, click the button "Choose your .jpx file to view" on this page.
  2. Your JPX file will then be displayed in the browser.
  3. Now click on "Save as..." at the top of the page.
  4. Then choose the image format (e.g. JPG, PNG, TIFF, PDF, ...) you want.
  5. Download the converted file.

Programs that open and convert JPX files:

  1. Preview by Apple
    See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. JPX files are often referred to as Preview raster images because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
  2. jAlbum (image information) by jAlbum
    jAlbum is a cross-platform software for creating personalized photo albums that can be integrated into a website. Image information used by this program is saved in JPX files. This file format is classified as Data.
  3. JBuilder (project) by Embarcadero
    JBuilder is a discontinued integrated development environment with visual, component-based tools for building applications in Java programming language. Projects created with JBuilder are stored in JPX files. This file format is classified as Developer. Related links: Wikipedia JBuilder Page
  4. PaintShop (image) by Corel
    PaintShop is an artistic software for graphics design and photo editing. It can be used to retouch/enhance images by adding artistic designs, effects, sharpness etc. PaintShop supports many image file formats including JPX and JPG. This file format is classified as Raster Image. Related links: JPEG 2000
  5. XnView (image) by XnSoft
    XnView is a cross-platform file manager with tools for viewing and editing images on Linux, Mac, and Windows. It also features a set of tools for converting one or multiple files simultaneously. XnView supports images saved in JPX and other formats. This file format is classified as Raster Image. Related links: JPEG 2000

JPX file extension format:

Every file has a defined file format, i.e. how the data is arranged in the file. A file format is determined by the file extension and signature, so JPEG images have the extension .jpg and the first bytes in the file are ÿØÿ. Frequently, however, one file extension is used by different programs for different file formats, and one file format for different file extensions. So a detailed analysis of a file is vital in order to determine the format and the associated program. Below you will find our evaluation of the JPX files:

The JPX file extension is not common and is used by a few programs, each with its own file format. The two most popular formats are as follows:

All the rest of the JPX files (40%) have different formats, the following 6 formats exist: JPEG 2000 eXtended bitmap and JBuilder Project. You can get all the details of your JPX file by dragging it onto this page or by clicking the button "Choose your .jpx file to view" above.

Technical Data for JPX File Extension

File classification:
Raster Image
Related files:
Related links:

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: ICPlus, AppName: ImageEditor Plus
EXEFile: ICPlus.exe

ProgramID: PaintShopPro8.Image, FileType: Paint Shop Pro 8 Image, AppName: Paint Shop Pro 8
EXEFile: Paint Shop Pro.exe

ProgramID: PaintShopPro8.Image, FileType: Paint Shop Pro Image, AppName: Paint Shop Pro 8
EXEFile: Paint Shop Pro.exe

ProgramID: ACDSee 7.0.jpx
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\7.0\ACDSee7.exe %1

ProgramID: PaintShopPro8.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Jasc Software Inc\Paint Shop Pro 8\Paint Shop Pro.exe /dde

ProgramID: PaintShopPro9.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Jasc Software Inc\Paint Shop Pro 9\Paint Shop Pro 9.exe /dde

ProgramID: PhotoshopElements3.JPXFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop Elements 3.0\PhotoshopElementsEditor.exe %1

ProgramID: JBuilder.Project
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Borland\JBuilder Foundation 4.0\bin\JBuilderW.exe +SHELL

ProgramID: JBuilder.jpxFile
EXEFile: C:\Borland\JBuilder2005\bin\JBuilderw.exe +SPLASH +SHELL %1

ProgramID: PaintShopProStudio1.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Jasc Software Inc\Paint Shop Pro Studio\Paint Shop Pro Studio.exe /dde

ProgramID: XnView.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\XnView\xnview.exe %1

ProgramID: JBuilder.jpxFile
EXEFile: C:\_Andrzej\Progr\JBuilder9\bin\JBuilderW.exe +SHELL %1

ProgramID: ACDSee 7.0.jpx
EXEFile: %SystemRoot%\Program Files\ACD Systems\ACDSee\7.0\ACDSee7.exe %1

ProgramID: JBuilder.jpxFile
EXEFile: C:\JBuilder9\bin\JBuilderW.exe +SHELL %1

ProgramID: ACDSee 8.0.jpx
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\8.0\ACDSee8.exe %1

ProgramID: PaintShopProX.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Corel Paint Shop Pro X\Paint Shop Pro X.exe

ProgramID: JBuilder.jpxFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\JBuilderX\bin\JBuilderW.exe +SHELL

ProgramID: ACDSee Pro.jpx
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\8.0.Pro\ACDSee8Pro.exe

ProgramID: PhotoshopAlbumSE3.JpegFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop Album Starter Edition\3.0\Apps\ComponentLauncher.exe module

ProgramID: PhotoshopElements.JPXFile.4
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Adobe\Photoshop Elements 4.0\PhotoshopElementsEditor.exe

ProgramID: PaintShopProPhotoXI.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo XI\Corel Paint Shop Pro Photo.exe

ProgramID: SnapfireI.Image
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Corel\Corel Snapfire Plus\Corel Snapfire.exe

ProgramID: JBuilder.jpxFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Borland\JBuilder2005\bin\JBuilderw.exe SPLASH SHELL

ProgramID: DigitalFotoMaker.5.jpx
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\MAGIX\FOTO_M~1\FOTOMA~1.EXE

ProgramID: ACDSee.jpx
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ACD Systems\ACDSee\5.0\ACDSee5.exe

ProgramID: MyViewPad.jpx
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\My ViewPad\MyViewPad.exe


a jpx image is a special file format by Apple and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with JPX files

  • Associate the JPX file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open images. Because only the current version supports the latest JPX file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Apple manufacturer website after an available Preview update.
  • To make sure that your JPX file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .JPX file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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