How to Open a VSX File

VSX, which stands for Visio Stencil XML, is a file format used to store certain drawings and shapes for templates created by Microsoft Visio. You can use Microsoft Visio to open any VSX files on your hard drive. If you do not have Microsoft Visio installed, you can use a free application called Microsoft Visio Viewer to open VSX files.

Instructions

1. Microsoft Visio

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     Open Microsoft Visio from the "Start" menu.
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     Click the “File” tab on the top right-side of the Microsoft Visio window.
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     Select the “Open” option on the drop-down pane.
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     Select the VSX file that you want to open.
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     Click the “Open” button to view the VSX file.

   Microsoft Visio Viewer

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     Download the Microsoft Visio Viewer Setup from Microsoft.com.
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     Execute the Microsoft Visio Viewer Setup and follow the onscreen instructions to install Microsoft Visio Viewer.
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     Double-click a VSX file to view it in Microsoft Visio Viewer.