Tips for Opening MIX Files

When you need to open MIX files, start by double-clicking it. Your computer will try to open it automatically. If that doesn’t work, try the following tips.


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1. Download another program.

Different file extensions work with different programs, and it can be difficult to figure out which program opens which files. Here are a few programs that usually work with MIX files:

  • Project Dogwaffle Type 2 Mixing Palette
  • Command & Conquer Picture/Sound File
  • Techno eJay Music Mix File
  • Power C Object File
  • Picture It! Multilayer Picture File
  • PhotoDraw 2000 Multilayer Picture File
  • OzWin CompuServe E-mail/Forum Access Index File
  • Windows Sound MIX

You can download one of these programs from the software developer’s website.

2. Look at the file type.

The file type can sometimes tell you which program might open the file. If you have MIX files, they are most likely types of Game Files. A program that works with Game Files should open MIX files.

Don’t know the file type? You can find it by right-clicking the file and selecting “Properties” or “More Info.” The file type will be listed under “Type of File” or “Kind”.

3. Check with the software developer.

Try contacting the developer of one of the programs mentioned above. They can help you figure out why your MIX file won’t open. Some of the most common developers are listed below.

Software Developer
Project Dogwaffle Type 2 Mixing Palette TheBest3D.com
Command & Conquer Picture/Sound File Westwood Studios
Techno eJay Music Mix File PC Software Company
Power C Object File Windows Programmer
Picture It! Multilayer Picture File Microsoft Corporation
PhotoDraw 2000 Multilayer Picture File Microsoft Corporation
OzWin CompuServe E-mail/Forum Access Index File PC Software Company
Windows Sound MIX Microsoft Corporation

4. Install a universal file viewer.

Universal file viewers can open many different types of files, depending on the format. If your MIX file won’t open, try installing a universal file viewer like File Magic (Download). Some files aren’t compatible with universal file viewers. These files will only open in binary file format.


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