GOX File Extension

What is GOX file?

GOX is a file extension commonly associated with The Games Factory Extension files. ClickTeam defined the The Games Factory Extension format standard. Files with GOX extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. GOX file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports GOX files is Games Factory. On the official website of ClickTeam developer not only will you find detailed information about theGames Factory software, but also about GOX and other supported file formats.

Programs which support GOX file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support GOX files. GOX files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with GOX extension?

Problems with accessing GOX may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with GOX files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Games Factory software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GOX files is that no program that can handle GOX files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Games Factory developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support GOX files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Games Factory website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Games Factory

If you already have Games Factory installed on your systems and GOX files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Games Factory installed, it may not support GOX format. The most recent version of Games Factory is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GOX files to Games Factory

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

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the GOX with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Games Factory is installed, check the Always use this app to open GOX files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the GOX file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with GOX extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the GOX file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the GOX file for viruses or malware

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

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the GOX file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the GOX file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system 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 Games Factory

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with The Games Factory Extension file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle GOX files.

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