All about ZIPX Files

The ZIPX file type is primarily associated with WinZip.

ZIPX	File extension: ZIPX
	File type:	compressed archive file

What is a ZIPX file?

ZIPX files mostly belong to WinZip by Corel. ZIPX is the newer compressed archive format for WinZip, a file compression and archiving software from Corel. The format was released in 2008. As compared to ZIP, which is the default format for WinZip, ZIPX provides a much higher compression ratio. Like ZIP, ZIPX supports lossless data compression, encryption, and archiving. The difference is that ZIPX allows the use of advanced compression algorithms.

Compression Algorithms: WinZip classifies ZIP format as a Legacy compression format that is recommended for maximum compatibility. Alternatively, it describes ZIPX as the Best method option, which is recommended for smallest size (highest compression ratio). As compared to ZIP, which provides support for the Deflate compression algorithm, ZIPX supports the following advanced algorithms:
- BZip
- LZMA
- PPMd
- XZ
- Zstd
Best method compression: In addition to selecting a compression algorithm manually, WinZip provides the option to let the application choose the best algorithm for each file in a ZIPX archive. This is why ZIPX is called the Best method option.
Encryption: ZIPX supports AES encryption (strong) and Zip 2.0 encryption (weak).
Related File Formats: WinZip can also create split archives in the ZIPX format. The segments of the multi-volume archive have the extensions ZX01, ZX02, and so on. The last volume has the ZIPX extension.

How to open ZIPX files

You need a suitable software like WinZip to open a ZIPX 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 ZIPX file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a ZIPX file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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How to extract texts from ZIPX files or capture a screenshot to PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...

You can extract texts from ZIPX file or capture a preview screenshot using our online ZIPX file viewer:

To do this, click the button "Choose your .zipx file to view" on this page.
Your ZIPX file will then be displayed in the browser.
Now click on "Save as..." at the top of the page.
Then choose the file format (e.g. JPG, PDF, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
Download the converted file.

Programs that open and convert ZIPX files:

WinZip by Corel
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. ZIPX files are often referred to as WinZip compresseds because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
PeaZip (compressed archive file) by Giorgio Tani
PeaZip is an open-source file compression and archiving software by individual developer Giorgio Tani. It supports several archive formats, including ZIPX. ZIPX is a ZIP archive created by WinZip using one of its advanced compression methods. These include the BZip, LZMA, PPMd, and XZ compression algorithms. This creates smaller files than the regular ZIP format. This file format is classified as Compressed. Related links: PeaZip on Wikipedia, PeaZip Repository, ZIPX File Format Guide on PeaZip Website, How to Open, and Extract ZIPX Files Using PeaZip
PowerArchiver (compressed archive file) by ConeXware
PowerArchiver is a file compression and archiving software from ConeXware. It supports multiple archive formats, including ZIPX. ZIPX is a ZIP archive created by WinZip using one of its advanced compression methods. These include the BZip, LZMA, PPMd, and XZ compression algorithms. This creates smaller files than the regular ZIP format. This file format is classified as Compressed. Related links: PowerArchiver on Wikipedia, PowerArchiver Help, How to Create, Open, and Extract ZIPX Files Using PowerArchiver
StuffIt (compressed archive file) by Smith Micro
StuffIt is a file compression and archiving software by Smith Micro. This file format is classified as Compressed. Related links: StuffIt on Wikipedia, StuffIt Knowledge Base, StuffIt History
WinRAR (compressed archive file) by RARLAB
WinRAR is a file compression and archiving program from RARLAB. It supports multiple archive formats, including ZIPX. ZIPX is a ZIP archive created by WinZip using one of its advanced compression methods. These include the BZip, LZMA, PPMd, and XZ compression algorithms. This creates smaller files than the regular ZIP format. This file format is classified as Compressed. Related links: WinRAR on Wikipedia, WinRAR FAQs, WinRAR Documentation with ZIPX Reference

ZIPX format details:

If you know the file format, you can also find out how to open or edit the file. Each file format has a unique extension and almost always a unique signature. For example, Microsoft Word documents have the extension .docx and the signature (usually the first 3 characters in this file) PK. If the file extension does not match the file format, double-clicking on the file will cause an error upon opening. Knowledge is power - this also applies when dealing with unknown or faulty files. Below you will find our evaluation of the ZIPX files:

The ZIPX extension is quite commonly used. The file itself is primarily used by a single program. The two most popular formats are as follows:

75% of all ZIPX files use ZIP compression, so multiple files are compressed and stored together in one ZIPX file. Primarily 1 to 90 files are included. You can see the included files and images by renaming the file extension to .zip and then double-clicking it. The files are on average 12 MB in size and range from 290 KB to 2 GB. Files like these are about adobe, dzenie, zarz, photoshop, illustrator, civilmdc, password and dsoz.
7% of all ZIPX files save the data in RAR file format. RAR is a proprietary archive file format that supports data compression, error correction and file spanning. The content consists of illegible binary data, which can only be read and interpreted by the associated programs. The files are often between 1 GB and 2 GB in size. Certain words are almost always found in the files, such as Rar!. Examples of file names are Babygirl 2024.HD.1080p.x264.Dual.YG.zipx or Alien Romulus 2024.1080p.ITA-ENG.WEBRip.x265.AAC-V3SP4EV3R.zipx. These files are attributed to dual, webrip, romulus, alien, successful, sunscreen, crab and downloaded movies.

All other ZIPX files (18%) have no uniform format, often e.g. 7z. Tagged as autodesk, uchwa, xforcekeygen, universal, origin or visio. If you want to find out which format your ZIPX file belongs to, just click on the button "Choose your .zipx file to view".

Technical Data for ZIPX File Extension

File classification:

Compressed

Related files:

zpx, zx01, zx, zip, zx03, check, z01, rar, 7z, piz, tz

Mime type:

application/zip

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: eDataSecurity-ZIPX
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Acer\Empowering Technology\eDataSecurity\decryption.exe

ProgramID: WinZip.ZIPX
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\WINZIP\winzip32.exe

a zipx compressed archive file is a special file format by Corel and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with ZIPX files

Associate the ZIPX file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open compressed archive files. Because only the current version supports the latest ZIPX file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Corel manufacturer website after an available WinZip update.
To make sure that your ZIPX file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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