The table below provides some useful information about the .hqx extension. It answers questions such as:
- What is the .hqx file?
- What program do I need to open a .hqx file?
- Where can I find the specifications for .hqx?
- How can I convert .hqx file to another format?
We hope you find this page helpful and a valuable resource.
Details of extension .hqx
1 extension(s) and 0 alias(es) found in database.
Problems with .hqx files?
First check your registry for hidden errors!
| Extension: | .hqx |
|---|---|
| Type: | Macintosh BinHex Encoded File |
| Category: | Data |
| Mime type: | application/mac-binhex |
| Description: | |
| HQX file is a Macintosh BinHex encoded file. BinHex encoding converts an 8-bit file into a 7-bit format. It was similar to Uuencode, but combined both "forks" of the Mac file system together, along with extended file information. BinHexed files take up more space than the original files, but are far less likely to be corrupted in transit. | |
| [Detailed description] [Sample not yet available] | |
| Open with: | BinHex |
| Program name: | |
| Related links: | |
| none | |
| Aliases: | |
| none | |
| Related extensions: | |
| b64, boo, hcx, hex, mime, uue, xxe | |
Cannot open .hqx files on your system?
When windows gives you an error message saying that it cannot open
.hqx 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.
