How to open .XPS files on Windows
To open .XPS files on Windows, right-click the .xps file and choose open with..
Step-by-step instructions
- Right-click the .XPS file and choose Open with.
- Select a trusted Windows app that supports .XPS files.
Recommended software
- Microsoft 365
- LibreOffice
- Google Docs (web)
Alternative methods
- Open .XPS in a browser-based viewer if desktop apps fail.
- Try opening .XPS on Windows with a secondary app to rule out app-specific issues.
- Convert .XPS only with trusted tools when direct opening is not possible.
Common issues
.XPS file does not open
This usually means the required app is missing or the .XPS file is incomplete.
- Install or update a compatible application.
- Verify the file came from a trusted source and was fully downloaded.
- Try opening the file in an alternative app on another platform.
Security note
Only open .XPS files from trusted senders.