The table below provides some useful information about the .dex extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .dex file?
- What program do I need to open a .dex file?
- Where can I find the specifications for .dex?
- How can I convert .dex file to another format?
We hope you find this page helpful and a valuable resource.
Details of extension .dex
1 extension(s) and 0 alias(es) found in database.
Problems with .dex files?
First check your registry for hidden errors!
| Extension: | .dex |
|---|---|
| Type: | Android Compiled Executable |
| Category: | Development |
| Mime type: | application/octet-stream |
| Description: | |
| DEX file is an Android Compiled Executable. Android programs are compiled into .dex (Dalvik Executable) files, which are in turn zipped into a single .apk file on the device. .dex files can be created by automatically translating compiled applications written in the Java programming language. | |
| [Detailed description] [Sample not yet available] | |
| Open with: | |
| Program name: | |
| Related links: | |
| Android on Wikipedia |
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| Aliases: | |
| none | |
| Related extensions: | |
| aos, apk, app, dso, rpp, rsc, rsg, sis, sisx, wgz | |
Recommended software for .dex files
Cannot open .dex files on your system?
When windows gives you an error message saying that it cannot open
.dex files, this means either:
- You need to identify a program that can open the file or
- Your registry may be damaged.
RECOMMENDED:
In both cases it is strongly recommended that you
run a free scan for registry errors.
