File Extension Database

Open CRX File

A CRX extension file is used to add additional features or themes to the Google Chrome web browser.

It is saved in a compressed format and can contain Javascript code and other files, such as images and executable programs.

CRX files are used to install browser add-ons such as games, ad blockers, and also various applications that can range from newsreaders to office packages.

Chrome extensions can be installed manually by dragging the CRX files to the Extensions window or you can also search for the extension and install it from this window.

From the Chrome Web Store you can also add CRX extensions to the browser. After clicking the 'Add +' button, Chrome downloads the extension, unpacks it, and then installs it without the need for the user to interact with the CRX file.

After installation, Chrome automatically deletes the CRX file.

As mentioned above, CRX files are compressed and use the .ZIP format, however, they cannot necessarily be opened by standard ZIP utilities, and you may require a specific application for this task.

The Opera web browser can also use CRX files with the Download Chrome Extension.

In summary, the applications that can open CRX files are:

Google Chrome

ZIP Utilities

How Can I Open CRX File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open CRX file is to find a CRX file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a CRX file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open CRX file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as CRX file opener then try to search online for "CRX viewer", "application to open CRX file" or "open CRX file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open CRX file

How Can I Open CRX File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a CRX file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a CRX file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with CRX file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as CRX file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open CRX file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open CRX file then try to search for "CRX viewer", "application to open CRX file" or "read CRX file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read CRX file

How Can I Open CRX File on Android

If you downloaded a CRX file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded CRX file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "CRX".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "CRX viewer", "CRX file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open CRX File on iPhone or iPad

To open CRX File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the CRX file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "CRX". This way you can find apps which can open CRX files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "CRX viewer" or "CRX file" online in your favorite search engine.