.ALX File

.alx is BlackBerry Application Loader XML File

Key Features: .ALX File Extension

Features	Description
File Extension	.alx
Format	XML
Created by	Research In Motion
Category	Settings

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What is an .ALX file?

The alx file extension is associated with BlackBerry application loader. The application loader tool is installed with the BlackBerry Desktop Software.

It allows users to install software on BlackBerry devices. File is in XML format.

Example structure of alx files:

<loader version="1.0"> <application id="FirstApp"> <name> ...sample name... </name> <description> </description> <version> </version> <vendor> </vendor> <copyright> Copyright (c) 2010 </copyright> <fileset Java="1.5"> <directory> MyFolder </directory> <files> FirstApp.cod </files> </fileset> </application></loader>

An alx file extension is used for files that contain data used for installation of apps to BlackBerry smartphones. ALX is text format viewable in every text editor.

How to open:

You can use any text editor or word processor to open and edit the *.alx files.

How to convert:

There is no way how to convert the *.alx files to another format. It is not meant to be converted.

BlackBerry Application Loader XML File - File openers

Windows

Eclipse IDE for Java Developers

Mac

Eclipse IDE for Java Developers

Linux

Eclipse IDE for Java Developers

How to solve problems with ALX files

Associate the ALX file extension with the correct application. On :
Windows: Right click on any ALX file and then click "Open with" > "Choose another app". Now select another program and check the box "Always use this app to open *.ALX files". Mac: Right click (or Ctrl-click) the ALX file, then click "Open with" > "Other...". Then choose another program and check the "Always Open With" box. Linux: Right click on the file, and select "Open with" and choose another program. iPhone: Tap the file. If you do not see an app to open the file, then tap Share "Share" and choose an app. Alternatively, save the file. Then open the Files app Files app. There long-press on the file, then release your finger. You will see a black menu bar. Then tap "Share" and select an app. Android: Tap the Settings icon on your smartphone, then tap on the Apps section. There tap the Options icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen to change the default apps.
Update your software that should actually open .ALX is BlackBerry Application Loader XML File. Because only the current version supports the latest ALX file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Research In Motion manufacturer website after an available .ALX is BlackBerry Application Loader XML File update.
To make sure that your ALX file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with antivirus software.