ADMX File Extension

What is ADMX file?

ADMX filename suffix is mostly used for Group Policy Administrative Template Format files. Microsoft defined the Group Policy Administrative Template Format format standard. ADMX files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. ADMX file format, along with 323 other file formats, belongs to the System Files category. Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor supports ADMX files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 7 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support ADMX file extension

Programs that can handle ADMX files are as follows. Files with ADMX suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with ADMX extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening ADMX files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Group Policy Administrative Template Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports ADMX files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor or one of the recommended programs (for example, Microsoft Group Policy Management Console, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Local Group Policy Editor) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor

If you already have Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor installed on your systems and ADMX files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why ADMX files are not compatible with Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor to ADMX files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate ADMX files with latest version of Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the ADMX file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open ADMX files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the ADMX file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with ADMX extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the ADMX file is complete and free of errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper ADMX file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the ADMX in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the ADMX is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the ADMX file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic ADMX file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with ADMX extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support ADMX files. Close all running programs and try opening the ADMX file.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Group Policy Administrative Template Format file. It may be the case that the ADMX files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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