What is a JXR file?
The .JXR file is a JPEG XR Image. Microsoft created this format to improve upon the standard .JPEG format. It supports high dynamic range (HDR), deep color depths, and both lossy and lossless compression. You might also see related formats like .WDP or .HDP, which are older versions of the same technology.
How to open JXR files?
You can open .JXR files using Microsoft Photos on Windows. Image editors like Adobe Photoshop or GIMP can also open these files, but they may require a special plugin. If you do not have these programs, viewer.online/jxr analyzes .JXR files to identify their exact format and creator software. It shows which programs can open the file and usually previews it directly.
Best practices and troubleshooting
Because .JXR is not widely supported on the web or mobile devices, sharing these files can cause compatibility issues. If you need to send a .JXR file to someone else, consider converting it. We recommend using convert.guru to convert .JXR to standard .JPG or .PNG formats.
Summary
Dealing with unknown image formats can be difficult. viewer.online/jxr directly opens and previews .JXR files in the browser, eliminating the need to install software or troubleshoot compatibility issues.