Troubleshooting Problems Opening XFDF Files
Typical XFDF Opening Challenges
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Double-clicking your XFDF file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open XFDF File". When this happens, it is commonly due to Adobe Acrobat DC missing in %%os%%. The OS won't know what to do with your XFDF file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.
Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your XFDF, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").
Adobe Acrobat DC Requires Update
Your Adobe Acrobat XFDF File file is incompatible with Adobe Acrobat DC because you might have the wrong version installed. Download the latest Adobe Acrobat DC version from the Adobe Systems Incorporated website to ensure you have the correct one installed. The primary cause of this problem is that your Adobe Acrobat XFDF File file was created by a different (newer) version of Adobe Acrobat DC than what's installed.
Tip: If you right-click on your XFDF file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.
Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening XFDF files are due to having the wrong version of Adobe Acrobat DC installed.
Other XFDF File Opening Causes
Even with the correct version of Adobe Acrobat DC installed, you can still experience difficulties opening XFDFs. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening XFDFs. These issues include:
- Windows Registry XFDF file paths that are incorrect
- Deletion of the XFDF file description from the Registry by mistake
- Defective install of a XFDF program, such as Adobe Acrobat DC
- Something has caused file corruption of your XFDF
- XFDF file integrity has been compromised by malware
- Device drivers for XFDF-related hardware are out-of-date
- Windows cannot load your Adobe Acrobat XFDF File file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)
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MPEGs are a type of compressed video file. Videos shot with cell phones, digital cameras, and other devices typically use this format.