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WLX File Extension

The WLX file extension was created by Microsoft and is also known as the Windows Live Mesh Sync File. WLX is classified as a Misc Files and This file is saved in a binary format, which requires a specific program to read its contents. You can open WLX files in Verity Software House WinList program.

Windows Live Mesh Sync File Type

Windows Live Mesh Sync File Type
Extension .wlx
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (2 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program Verity Software House WinList
Category Misc Files
Format Binary
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a WLX File Type?

The WLX filenames are created by adding the file .wlx ", suffix to the files that need to be synchronized. If, for example, myimage.png needs to be remotely synchronized, Live Mesh creates a temporary file named myimage.png.wlx in the local directory. When the sync is complete (when downloaded), Live Mesh deletes the file WLX.NOTE: Live Mesh was shut down in 2013 and is now Microsoft OneDrive.

Free Online WLX Tools & Apps

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

Select a tool below to explore features and manage your WLX files directly from your device with ease.

WLX Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Windows Live Mesh Sync File .WLX=4040 File Extensions while opening the .WLX=4040 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open WLX Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Windows Live Mesh Sync File on your system such as Verity Software House WinList.
  2. Associate default Verity Software House Winlist Verity Software House WinList program for *.wlx (Windows Live Mesh Sync File) files.

    Associate WLX Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.WLX (e.g example.wlx) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Verity Software House Winlist Verity Software House WinList program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .wlx files.

Related WLX File Extensions

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

All Platform Software Programs for WLX File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the WLX 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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Gilles Vollant WinImage image. Gilles Vollant WinImage 000 for Windows Free Trial Gilles Vollant WinImage
Verity Software House WinList image. Verity Software House WinList 000 for Windows Free Trial Verity Software House WinList

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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.

WLX file extension icon image.About WLX - Windows Live Mesh Sync File

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Updated 7/1/2025