LASX File Extension

What is LASX file?

Full format name of files that use LASX extension is LAS Sidecar Auxilliary Data Format. LASX files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. LASX file format, along with 255 other file formats, belongs to the GIS Files category. The software recommended for managing LASX files is ArcGIS. On the official website of Esri developer not only will you find detailed information about theArcGIS software, but also about LASX and other supported file formats.

Programs which support LASX file extension

The following listing features LASX-compatible programs. Files with LASX extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 03/09/2020

How to open file with LASX extension?

Problems with accessing LASX may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with LASX 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 LASX files.

Step 1. Get the ArcGIS

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening LASX files is that no program that can handle LASX files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install ArcGIS. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support LASX files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading ArcGIS installed is by going to developer’s website (Esri) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of ArcGIS and update if needed

You still cannot access LASX files although ArcGIS is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why LASX files are not compatible with ArcGIS. The latest version of ArcGIS should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open LASX files to ArcGIS

After installing ArcGIS (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open LASX 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 LASX with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the ArcGIS installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open LASX 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 LASX extension, 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....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with LASX extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the LASX for errors

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

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

Should it happed that the LASX is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the LASX file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the LASX file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with LASX extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with LAS Sidecar Auxilliary Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with LASX files affecting older versions of given software.

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