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XYZ File Description

Researcher:   |   Updated: November 26, 2018

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XYZ File Summary

Eleven known software programs (notably, Avogadro developed by Open Source) are related to the XYZ file extension. In addition, they are categorized under eight distinct file types, but mainly identified as the Molecule Specification File format. These files can be categorized as Data Files, Text Files, or Graphic Files. In the majority of cases, these files will be Data Files.

File Extension XYZ files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. They are fully or partially supported by Windows, Mac, and Linux. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

If you would like to learn more about XYZ files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic XYZ file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

Low
Prevalence
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Standing

/ 11690

Active

Importance

26

November

2018

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Varieties of XYZ Files

  8 known file types use this extension

Chief XYZ Description

.XYZ
File Ext:.xyz
Classification:Molecule Specification File

XYZ is a file extension used to describe the chemical molecule, type of element, number of atoms.It is used in many chemical programs like Avogadro, Jmol and Agile molecule showing the data in a text format.

Created by: SourceForge
Division:Data Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.xyz

Software Programs That Open The Molecule Specification File:


Avogadro by Open Source

Windows
Mac
Linux

Jmol by SourceForge

Windows
Mac
Linux

Agile molecule Abalone by Agile Molecule

Windows

Agile molecule Ascalph by Agile Molecule

Windows

Secondary XYZ Associations

.XYZ
File Ext:.xyz
Classification:Celestia Sampled Trajectory Data File

XYZ is a file extension associated with Celestia which is a programme shows the space universe.The programme visualizes and stimulates stars, moons, planets and their trajectory.The software stores a big data of positions of space and timestamps. XYZ is a file extension used to store data with Celestia.

Created by: Open Source
Division:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Celestia Sampled Trajectory Data File Files:


Celestia by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux
.XYZ
File Ext:.xyz
Classification:Cartesian Chemical Modeller Input

XYZ is a file extension related to chemistry.One file represents a chemical molecule.It stores atomic coordinates and meta-information.It is used for modeling and changing the chemical structure of the molecule in 3D format.It is associated with HyperChem software which is a chemical molecular modeling software using 3D visualization and animation.

Created by: Hypercube, Inc.
Division:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Cartesian Chemical Modeller Input Files:


HyperChem by Hypercube, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
iOS
Linux
.XYZ
File Ext:.xyz
Classification:EOIS Graph Coordinates

EOIs is a file extension used by Employment Ontario Information System (EOIS). Ontario is a Canadian province.EOIS is a software project made by The Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) for developing and implementing computer systems to support the administration of Employment Ontario (EO) programs and services.XYZ extension is used through EOIS system for files having graph coordinates.

Created by: Rapidform, Inc.
Division:Text Files

Software Programs That Open EOIS Graph Coordinates Files:


Rapidform Explorer (Geomagic Verify Viewer) by Rapidform, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows

Employment Ontario Information System (EOIS) by MTCU

Compatible with:

Windows
.XYZ
File Ext:.xyz
Classification:RPG Maker Graphic Data

XYZ is a file extension related to RPG Maker VX which is an updating tool a video gaming engine for Windows.You can develop games using RPG maker with a resolution of 544x416, 32bit colors with a smooth, steady framerate of 60 fps. XYZ extension stores graphics data used by RBG maker.

Created by: ENTERBRAIN, INC.
Division:Graphic Files

Software Programs That Open RPG Maker Graphic Data Files:


RPG Maker VX by ENTERBRAIN, INC.

Compatible with:

Windows
.XYZ
File Ext:.xyz
Classification:XYZZLY RealPlayer Plug-in File

A file extension associated with XYZZLY RealPlayer which is a media player for videos and audios. Realplayer stores a plug-in file from its plug-ins in XYZ extension.

Created by: RealNetworks
Division:Plugin Files

Software Programs That Open XYZZLY RealPlayer Plug-in File Files:


RealPlayer by Realtime Technologies

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux
.XYZ
File Ext:.xyz
Classification:Opton Scanner Data

XYZ is a file extension related to Opton Ltd which is a Japanese company for scanning devices. XYZ stores a type of data related to Opton scanners.

Created by: Opton Co., Ltd.
Division:Graphic Files

Software Programs That Open Opton Scanner Data Files:


Rapidform Explorer (Geomagic Verify Viewer) by Rapidform, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows
.XYZ
File Ext:.xyz
Classification:TeslaCrypt Ransomware Encrypted File

XYZ is a file extension which is a type of ransomware Teslacrypt which infect your operating system and rename data to XYZ extension.TeslaCrypt leaves instruction to file affected in files folder and leave a message " we are anonymous".

Created by: BloodDolly
Division:Encrypted Files

Software Programs That Open TeslaCrypt Ransomware Encrypted File Files:


Tesla Decoder by BloodDolly

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac

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XYZ Usage


Primary OS Ranking

Windows 7 (48%)
Windows 10 (42%)
Windows 8.1 (5%)
Windows XP (2%)

Operating System Rankings

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


Troubleshooting Problems Opening XYZ Files


Issues Opening XYZ Files

Avogadro is Not Installed

When trying to open your XYZ file, you get the error "Can't Open XYZ File Type". Usually, this is because you do not have Avogadro for %%os%% installed. Your operating system cannot associate your XYZ with Avogadro, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: If you know of another program that can open your XYZ file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.


Incorrect Avogadro Version

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Avogadro installed that's incompatible with your Molecule Specification File type. Installing the latest version of Avogadro from Open Source is recommended. The primary cause of this problem is that your Molecule Specification File file was created by a different (newer) version of Avogadro than what's installed.


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


Primarily, problems experienced when opening XYZ files are due to having the incorrect version of Avogadro installed on your computer.


Associated Difficulties Loading XYZ Files

You can still experience errors opening XYZ files even with the latest version of Avogadro installed on your PC. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening XYZs. Problems unrelated to software:

  • File references in the Windows Registry for XYZ are wrong
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the XYZ file inside the Windows Registry
  • Corrupt install of Avogadro or other XYZ-related program
  • XYZ file corruption
  • Malware-tainted XYZ file can't be opened
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your XYZ file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your Molecule Specification File file

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