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File Extension STX

The file extension STX is associated with more than one dozen multiple programs and applications and various file types. Some of the programs and applications include Pinnacle Studio, DataStitch, Scream Tracker, ArcView, StockChartX, and SureTrak. STX files contain data and information related to the program that created the file.

If the STX file extension is related to Pinnacle Studio, the file is categorized as a video file type which stores data related to projects created with the Pinnacle Studio software application. The data includes video settings and reference files to other data for opening and running the project. Pinnacle Studio is a video editing software application created by Pinnacle Systems which is used to edit professional high definition and 3D movies.

STX files which are created with DataStitch are a various data file type which contains embroidery designs and settings which are used with the DataStitch software application. DataStitch is an embroidery application which is used by both small and large companies to create and convert designs which can be produced using a variety of machine formats. The software is used to create and view designs in 3D, modify embroidery designs, and use professional tools for measuring and generating stitches as well as establishing direct connections to embroidery machines.

STX files which are created with Scream Tracker are an audio file type which stores transitional audio files that are compatible with Scream Tracker version 2 and version 3 formats. Scream Tracker is a multi-track digital sequencer popular with demoscene music and is coded in the C programming language. Earlier versions of Scream Tracker use the file extension STM where newer versions can use the file extension S3M.

If the file extension STX is associated with ArcView, the file is a various data file type which stores values and band numbers for raster files created with the ArcView software application. ArcView is now known as ArcGIS for Desktop and is a Geographic Information System (GIS) application used for analyzing and managing geographic data.

STX files which are related to StockChartX are categorized as a various data file type which stores financial data in a default format created with StockChartX. StockChartX is a financial software application created by Modulus Financial Engineering, Inc. It provides a stock chart component that runs on ActiveX to deliver new charting types for stock analysis.

STX files which are part of SureTrak are a document file type that stores ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) data that is used for analysis, decision making, executing project outcomes, and other project resources. SureTrak is now known as Primavera and is a project portfolio management application produced by Oracle which assists enterprises with managing projects of all sizes.

How to Open STX Files

Since the file extension STX is associated with more than one dozen programs and applications, double click on the file to see if it will automatically open in a default program you have installed on your PC. STX files can consist of different file types, so you may already have a program which will open the file.

STX files which are created with Pinnacle Studio can be opened using Pinnacle Studio video editing software. Pinnacle Studio is available in a Standard, Plus, and Ultimate version on the Pinnacle Systems website and is designed for use with the Windows operating system and Mac OS X. There is also a Pinnacle Studio version for the iPad available on the same website as well.

STX files that are part of DataStitch can be opened using the DataStitch embroidery software application. DataStitch is available in a paid version on the DataStitch website and is designed for use with the Windows operating system.

If the file extension STX is associated with Scream Tracker and you are using Windows, you can open the file using OpenMPT, which is an audio application that is used to compose music. OpenMPT stands for Open ModPlug Tracker and is available as a free download on the OpenMPT.org website. You can also opt to use MikMod, which is a module player that supports a variety of audio formats, including the STX format. MikMod is available as a free download on the MikMod website and works with Windows as well as Mac OS X.

If you are using the Linux operating system, you can open Scream Tracker STX files with XMP Module Player. Extended Module Player (XMP) is available as a free download on the SourceForge website.

STX files which are part of ArcView (ArcGIS) can be opened using ArcGIS for Desktop. ArcGIS can be downloaded as a free trial on the ESRI website and requires Microsoft .NET framework on a Windows PC. If you have Windows installed on a Mac PC, you must add BootCamp, Parallels, or VMWare in order to open STX files using ArcGIS.

StockChartX STX files can be opened using StockChartX Pro v5 which is available on the Modulus Financial Engineering website. StockChartX Pro v5 is designed for use with the Windows operating system version XP and later.

If the file extension STX is related to SureTrak, the file can be opened using the Primavera project portfolio management solution. Primavera is available on the Oracle website and is compatible with the Windows operating system.