File Extension XPS

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XPS File Summary

Most XPS files can be viewed with ten known software applications, typically Nuance Power PDF Professional developed by Nuance. It's main file type association is the Microsoft XPS (XML Paper Specification) File format, but also includes two other rarely-seen file types. The majority of XPS files are considered Page Layout Files, but they can also be Graphic Files or Data Files.

The XPS File Extension can be viewed on the Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

If you are having problems opening XPS files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

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XPS Types

  3 known file types use this extension

Leading XPS Type

.XPS
File Ext:.xps
File Type:Microsoft XPS (XML Paper Specification) File

The XPS, or the XML Paper Specification, was developed by Microsoft for an electronic representation of digital documents that can be easily read, shared, created, and printed. It is basically a ZIP archive file that contains document data like document page, settings, and fragment files. XPS files are quite similar to PDF files.

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
Function:Page Layout Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.xps

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft XPS (XML Paper Specification) File:


Nuance Power PDF Professional by Nuance

Windows

Microsoft XPS Viewer by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Dolphin Futures XPS Viewer by Dolphin Futures

Windows

Pagemark XpsViewer by PageMark Technology

Windows
Mac
Linux

XPS Annotator by XPSDev

Windows

NiXPS Viewer by NiXPS

Windows
Mac

NiXPS Edit by NiXPS

Windows
Mac

Microsoft XPS Document Writer by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Secondary XPS Associations

.XPS
File Ext:.xps
File Type:MonkeyJam Exposure Sheet

The XLS file extension is associated with MonkeyJam, a digital pencil test program. It is used to store exposure sheets created by the program.

Programmer: David Perry
Function:Graphic Files

Software Programs That Open MonkeyJam Exposure Sheet Files:


MonkeyJam by David Perry

Compatible with:

Windows
.XPS
File Ext:.xps
File Type:WindowBlinds Temporary File

The XPS file extension is associated with WindowBlinds and contains temporary data.

Programmer: Stardock Corporation
Function:Data Files

Software Programs That Open WindowBlinds Temporary File Files:


WindowBlinds by Stardock Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

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XPS File Popularity


Leading Operating Systems

Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)

OS Popularity

7 (45.73%)
10 (44.56%)
8.1 (5.41%)
XP (2.79%)
8 (0.97%)


XPS File Complications


Troubles Opening XPS Files

Nuance Power PDF Professional Removed

You attempt to load your XPS file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The XPS File Extension". Usually, this is because you do not have Nuance Power PDF Professional for %%os%% installed. You won't be able to double-click to open your XPS because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens XPS files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


Wrong Version of Nuance Power PDF Professional is Installed

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Nuance Power PDF Professional installed that's incompatible with your Microsoft XPS (XML Paper Specification) File type. Visit the Nuance website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Nuance Power PDF Professional. Your Microsoft XPS (XML Paper Specification) File file was probably created by a newer release of Nuance Power PDF Professional than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: Investigate your XPS file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Summary: Not having the right Nuance Power PDF Professional version on your computer can cause problems opening XPS files.


Associated Difficulties Loading XPS Files

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Nuance Power PDF Professional will resolve your issue. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening XPS files. Issues that aren't software-related:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for XPS
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry XPS description
  • Corrupt install of Nuance Power PDF Professional or other XPS-related program
  • File corruption affecting your XPS file
  • Past or present virus infection has affected your XPS
  • Device drivers for XPS-related hardware are out-of-date
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Microsoft XPS (XML Paper Specification) File file successfully

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