DGX File Extension

What is DGX file?

DGX is a file extension commonly associated with IBM Rational XDE files. IBM Rational XDE format was developed by IBM. DGX file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. DGX file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular software that supports DGX files is Rational XDE. Rational XDE software was developed by IBM, and on its official website you may find more information about DGX files or the Rational XDE software program.

Programs which support DGX file extension

Programs that can handle DGX files are as follows. Files with DGX 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 DGX extension?

Problems with accessing DGX may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with DGX files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with DGX files.

Step 1. Install Rational XDE software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports DGX files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Rational XDE. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Rational XDE website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Rational XDE and update if needed

You still cannot access DGX files although Rational XDE is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Rational XDE cannot handle files with DGX may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Rational XDE.

Step 3. Assign Rational XDE to DGX files

After installing Rational XDE (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open DGX files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the DGX with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Rational XDE installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DGX files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with DGX extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 DGX extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the DGX is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the DGX file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the DGX file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the DGX 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 scanner detected that the DGX file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with DGX extension is complete and error-free

If the DGX file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the DGX file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the IBM Rational XDE file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Rational XDE

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with DGX extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with IBM Rational XDE files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DGX files affecting older versions of given software.

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