VMCX File Extension

The VMCX file extension was created by Microsoft and is also known as the Virtual Machine Shell Information File. VMCX is classified as a Settings Files and This file is saved in an XML structure and its contents can be viewed in a Text Editor. You can open VMCX files in Microsoft Windows Virtual PC program.

Virtual Machine Shell Information File Type

Virtual Machine Shell Information File Type
Extension .vmcx
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (24 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Microsoft Windows Virtual PC
Category Settings Files
Format XML
Updated 6/1/2025

What is a VMCX File Type?

VMCX serves the same purpose as VMC files. VMCX files, however, are used by the Windows Explorer to provide information about the VM in the Explorer window. Windows Virtual PC also places VMCX files in the directory [user]\ Virtual Machines\ while VMC files are placed in the user directory; s [user]\ AppData\ directory.

Windows Virtual PC n'is available for Windows 7 Professional and Ultimate editions only.

Free Online VMCX Tools & Apps

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

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VMCX Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Virtual Machine Shell Information File .VMCX File Extensions while opening the .VMCX files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open VMCX Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Virtual Machine Shell Information File on your system such as Microsoft Windows Virtual PC.
  2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft Windows Virtual PC program for *.vmcx (Virtual Machine Shell Information File) files.

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

Related VMCX File Extensions

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

All Platform Software Programs for VMCX File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the VMCX 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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Microsoft Hyper-V image. Microsoft Hyper-V 000 for Windows Free Microsoft
Microsoft Windows Virtual PC image. Microsoft Windows Virtual PC 000 for Windows Free Microsoft

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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.

VMCX file extension icon image.About VMCX - Virtual Machine Shell Information File

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Updated 6/1/2025