FileInfo Search
Home : File Types : VSIX File

.VSIX File Extension

File TypeVisual Studio Extension

DeveloperMicrosoft
Popularity
4.2 (10 Votes)
CategoryPlugin Files
FormatZip

What is a VSIX file?

Software add-on created for Microsoft Visual Studio, a software development IDE for Windows; saved in a .ZIP format and contains files that extend the functionality of the Visual Studio software; stores a package description as well as binaries and other resources that comprise the extension.

More Information

Visual Studio extensions can be installed using the Extension Manager UI within the software.

NOTE: You can use the Visual Studio 2010 SDK to create VSIX extensions.

FREE DOWNLOAD
Open over 300 file formats with File Viewer Plus.

Programs that open VSIX files

X
Windows
Microsoft Visual Studio 2019
Free Trial
Microsoft Visual Studio Code
Free
Updated 11/30/2017

About VSIX Files

Our goal is to help you understand what a file with a *.vsix suffix is and how to open it.

The Visual Studio Extension file type, file format description, and Windows programs listed on this page have been individually researched and verified by the FileInfo team. We strive for 100% accuracy and only publish information about file formats that we have tested and validated.

If you would like to suggest any additions or updates to this page, please let us know.