IST File Extension

The IST file extension was created by Flexera Software and is also known as the InstallShield Project Template File. IST is classified as a Developer Files and This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open IST files in Flexera InstallShield program.

InstallShield Project Template File Type

InstallShield Project Template File Type
Extension .ist
Developer Flexera Software
Popularity 5.0 (17 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Flexera InstallShield
Category Developer Files
Format Binary
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a IST File Type?

The IST files provide formatted templates on which to base the installation projects. They can create and distribute one or more templates to standardize facilities between projects.

The IST files are created with the help of the First and Professional editions of InstallShield.

Free Online IST Tools & Apps

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

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IST Files Common Issues

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

Can't Open IST Files?

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

    Associate IST Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.IST (e.g example.ist) 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 .ist files.

All Platform Software Programs for IST File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the IST 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 IST File on Windows

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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.

IST file extension icon image.About IST - InstallShield Project Template File

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Updated 6/1/2025