.AXS File

.axs is ActiveX script

Key Features: .AXS File Extension

Features	Description
File Extension	.axs
Format	N/A
Created by	Notepad++ Team
Category	Source code and script

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How to open:
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What is an .AXS file?

The axs file extension is mainly related to ActiveX (Active Scripting) technology and used for one of its default script files.

Used in Microsoft Windows operating system to as a component-based scripting support.

How to open:

You can edit these files with any text editor.

How to convert:

As far as we know, this .axs file type can't be converted to any other file format. This is usually the case of system, configuration, temporary, or data files containing data exclusive to only one software and used for its own purposes. Also some proprietary or closed file formats cannot be converted to more common file types in order to protect the intellectual property of the developer, which is for example the case of some DRM-protected multimedia files.

How to solve problems with AXS files

Associate the AXS file extension with the correct application. On :
Windows: Right click on any AXS file and then click "Open with" > "Choose another app". Now select another program and check the box "Always use this app to open *.AXS files". Mac: Right click (or Ctrl-click) the AXS 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 .AXS is ActiveX script. Because only the current version supports the latest AXS file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Notepad++ Team manufacturer website after an available .AXS is ActiveX script update.
To make sure that your AXS file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with antivirus software.