BOOT File Extension

The BOOT file extension was created by Flexera Software and is also known as the InstallShield Boot File. BOOT is classified as a Settings Files and You can open and render the contents of this file in a Text Editor. You can open BOOT files in Flexera InstallShield program.

InstallShield Boot File Type

InstallShield Boot File Type
Extension .boot
Developer Flexera Software
Popularity 5.0 (29 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Flexera InstallShield
Category Settings Files
Format Text
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a BOOT File Type?

Often BOOT files are seen with the name setup.boot. It is also usually found with the corresponding setup.exe and setup.ini files.

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BOOT Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the InstallShield Boot File .BOOT File Extensions while opening the .BOOT files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open BOOT Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for InstallShield Boot File on your system such as Flexera InstallShield.
  2. Associate default Flexera Flexera InstallShield program for *.boot (InstallShield Boot File) files.

    Associate BOOT Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.BOOT (e.g example.boot) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Flexera Flexera InstallShield program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .boot files.

All Platform Software Programs for BOOT File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the BOOT files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

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Flexera InstallShield image. Flexera InstallShield 2019 for Windows Shareware Flexera

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

BOOT file extension icon image.About BOOT - InstallShield Boot File

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Updated 6/1/2025