XAA File Extension

What is XAA file?

Full format name of files that use XAA extension is XML Audit Data Format. XAA files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. XAA file belongs to the Database Files category just like 403 other filename extensions listed in our database. Sublime Text supports XAA files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 5 other tools may also be used. Sublime Text software was developed by Sublime HQ Pty Ltd, and on its official website you may find more information about XAA files or the Sublime Text software program.

Programs which support XAA file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support XAA files. Files with XAA 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: 04/23/2020

How to open file with XAA extension?

Being unable to open files with XAA extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with XAA 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 XAA files.

Step 1. Get the Sublime Text

Problems with opening and working with XAA files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with XAA files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Sublime Text or one of the recommended programs (for example, Atom) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support XAA files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Sublime Text installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Sublime HQ Pty Ltd website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Sublime Text

If you already have Sublime Text installed on your systems and XAA 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. The reason that Sublime Text cannot handle files with XAA may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Sublime Text is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open XAA files to Sublime Text

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the XAA 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
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Sublime Text is installed, check the Always use this app to open XAA files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected XAA file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Sublime Text and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with XAA extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the XAA for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the XAA file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the XAA file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the XAA file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the XAA file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the XAA file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 XAA 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.

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. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Sublime Text

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with XML Audit Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the XAA files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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