DEX File Extension

DEX file extension is created by Google, also known as Dalvik Executable File. DEX has been classified as Developer Files. The format of this file type has not been determined yet. You can open DEX files in Google Android SDK program.

Dalvik Executable File Type

Dalvik Executable File Type

Extension	.dex
Developer	Google
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 5.0 (2371 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	mime-type/not.available
Default Program	Google Android SDK
Category	Developer Files
Format	Not Available
Updated	12/1/2024

What is a DEX File Type?

These DEX files can be created manually or by automatically translating the compiled Java programs. Several DEX files are compressed into one .APK, which serves as a d'file; final application for Android.

Free online DEX Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .DEX (Dalvik Executable File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to DEX, merge, split and compare the DEX files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

DEX Files Common Issues

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

Can't Open DEX Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Dalvik Executable File on your system such as Google Android SDK.
2. Associate default Google Google Android SDK program for *.dex (Dalvik Executable File) files.
   
   

   Associate DEX Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.DEX (e.g example.dex) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Google Google Android SDK program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .dex files.
   
   

   Associate DEX Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.DEX (e.g example.dex) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Google Google Android SDK 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 .Google Android SDK extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related DEX File Extensions

DEX default file extension is .DEX and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for DEX File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the DEX 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.

Open DEX File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	Google Android SDK 23 for Windows	Freeware	Google
	Microsoft Excel 365 for Windows	Commercial	Microsoft

Open DEX File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	Google Android SDK 23 for MacOs	Freeware	Google
	Microsoft Excel 365 for MacOs	Commercial	Microsoft
	Microsoft Excel for Mac 2019 for MacOs	Commercial	Microsoft

Open DEX file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	Google Android SDK 23 for Linux	Freeware	Google

Open DEX file on Web

	Software	License	Developer

Open DEX file on iOS

	Software	License	Developer

Open DEX file on Android

	Software	License	Developer

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.

About DEX - Dalvik Executable File

Updated 12/1/2024

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