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XIP File Extension

XIP file extension is created by Apple, also known as macOS Signed Archive. XIP has been classified as Compressed Files. This file is saved during a zipped format. you will view the contents by unzipping it with a file decompression program. You can open XIP files in Apple Archive Utility program.



macOS Signed Archive File Type

macOS Signed Archive File Type
Extension .xip
Developer Apple
Popularity 5.0 (63 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Apple Archive Utility
Category Compressed Files
Format Zip
Updated 12/1/2024

What is a XIP File Type?

The XIP files are similar to .ZIP and .GZIP but are digitally signed to check that the n'content has not been changed since the creator registered the file. This helps protect against unwanted alterations and disk errors.

The XIP file is commonly used as a secure solution for downloading Xcode. Downloads of Xcode have been tampered with in the past to install malicious code in user applications.



Free online XIP Tools & Apps

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



XIP Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the macOS Signed Archive .XIP File Extensions while opening the .XIP files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open XIP Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for macOS Signed Archive on your system such as Apple Archive Utility.
  2. Associate default Apple Apple Archive Utility program for *.xip (macOS Signed Archive) files.


    Associate XIP Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.XIP (e.g example.xip) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Apple Apple Archive Utility 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 .Apple Archive Utility extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.


All Platform Software Programs for XIP File Extension

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

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

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Apple Archive Utility image. Apple Archive Utility 10 for MacOs Bundled Apple

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen XIP file on Linux

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Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen XIP file on Web

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iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen XIP file on iOS

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Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen XIP file on Android

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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.

XIP file extension icon image.About XIP - macOS Signed Archive

FileProInfo is to help you understand about the macOS Signed Archive with *.XIP suffix, and provide the complete detail as how to open, edit, convert, merge, split and compare it with other related software programs, software download links and free online apps and tools.

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Updated 12/1/2024


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