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EFTX File Extension

Office 2007 Theme Effect Format
  • Developer
    Microsoft
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  • Popularity
    4.3 (3 votes)

What is EFTX file?

EFTX filename suffix is mostly used for Office 2007 Theme Effect Format files. Office 2007 Theme Effect Format format was developed by Microsoft. EFTX file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. EFTX file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling EFTX files is Microsoft Word, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theMicrosoft Word software, but also about EFTX and other supported file formats.

Programs which support EFTX file extension

The following listing features EFTX-compatible programs. Files with EFTX suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Programs that support EFTX file

How to open file with EFTX extension?

Being unable to open files with EFTX extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with EFTX extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with EFTX files.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft Word

Install software to open EFTX file The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports EFTX files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Microsoft Word or different compatible program, such as Microsoft Office, PowerPoint. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Word installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Word to the latest version

Update software that support file extension EFTXIf you already have Microsoft Word installed on your systems and EFTX 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 EFTX files are not compatible with Microsoft Word. 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 Word.

Step 3. Associate Office 2007 Theme Effect Format files with Microsoft Word

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

Associate software with EFTX file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Clicking the EFTX with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
  • Select Choose another app → More apps
  • The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Word is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open EFTX files and clicking OK.
Associate software with EFTX file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

  • From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with EFTX extension, select Information
  • Open the Open with section by clicking its name
  • From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with EFTX extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the EFTX for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the EFTX file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

Check EFTX file for viruses
1. Check the EFTX file for viruses or malware

If the EFTX is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the EFTX file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the EFTX file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the EFTX file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic EFTX file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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. When downloading the file with EFTX extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Office 2007 Theme Effect Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Word

If the systems has insufficient resources to open EFTX files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 Office 2007 Theme Effect Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with EFTX files affecting older versions of given software.

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