CPAA File Extension

The CPAA file extension was created by Adobe and is also known as the Captivate Shared Action File. CPAA is classified as a Data Files and The format of this file type has not been determined yet. You can open CPAA files in Adobe Captivate program.

Captivate Shared Action File Type

Captivate Shared Action File Type
Extension .cpaa
Developer Adobe
Popularity 5.0 (1 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Adobe Captivate
Category Data Files
Format Not Available
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a CPAA File Type?

The CPAA file is used to transfer and apply advanced actions from one Captivate project to another. It works as a script model because it allows you to reuse a set of actions. This saves you time because you can insert already used actions instead of starting from scratch.

To export a CPAA file select Project → Advanced Actions, choose your action from the Create from " drop-down menu, then click on the icons; Export "folder. You can also click on the shared action of the Adobe Captivate Library and select the icons; Export "folder.

To import a CPAA file select Project → Advanced Actions, select the icons; Import "folder. You can also select the folder icon ""Import "" from the Adobe Captivate library.

Free Online CPAA Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online CPAA tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare CPAA files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .CPAA (Captivate Shared Action File) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

Select a tool below to explore features and manage your CPAA files directly from your device with ease.

CPAA Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Captivate Shared Action File .CPAA File Extensions while opening the .CPAA files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open CPAA Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Captivate Shared Action File on your system such as Adobe Captivate.
  2. Associate default Adobe Adobe Captivate program for *.cpaa (Captivate Shared Action File) files.

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

    Associate CPAA Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.CPAA (e.g example.cpaa) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Adobe Adobe Captivate program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .Adobe Captivate extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

All Platform Software Programs for CPAA File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the CPAA 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.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open CPAA File on Windows

Software License Developer
Adobe Captivate image. Adobe Captivate 2019 for Windows Commercial Adobe
Comicino Media Comicino Studio image. Comicino Media Comicino Studio 000 for Windows Free Trial Comicino Media Comicino Studio

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen CPAA File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
Adobe Captivate image. Adobe Captivate 2019 for MacOs Commercial Adobe

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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.

CPAA file extension icon image.About CPAA - Captivate Shared Action File

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Updated 6/1/2025