.MXT File Extension

ArcGIS Map Template

Developer	ESRI
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Category	GIS Files
Format	.MXT
Cross Platform	Update Soon

What is an MXT file?

.MXT files are map templates used in ArcGIS applications. They contain predefined settings, layers, symbology, and other map properties that can be used as a starting point for creating new maps or projects.

More Information.

The .MXT format has been used since earlier versions of ArcGIS to streamline the process of setting up maps with consistent configurations and styles.

Origin Of This File.

ArcGIS, developed by Esri, introduced the .MXT file format to allow users to save and share map templates across different projects and users.

File Structure Technical Specification.

.MXT files are typically XML-based and contain metadata and settings related to map layers, symbology, layout elements, and other properties.

How to Convert the File?

Windows:
- Use ArcGIS Desktop on Windows to open .MXT files. To convert:
  - Open the .MXT file in ArcGIS Desktop.
  - Export the map to various formats like PDF, JPEG, or shapefiles using the export options in ArcGIS.
Linux:
- ArcGIS Desktop is not natively available for Linux. You might consider:
  - Using Wine to run the Windows version of ArcGIS and then follow the Windows instructions for conversion.
Mac:
- ArcGIS Desktop for Mac is not natively available. Options include:
  - Using a virtual machine with Windows installed to run ArcGIS Desktop and follow the Windows conversion process.
  - Alternatively, use ArcGIS Online through a web browser for viewing and basic editing of maps.
Android:
- There’s no native ArcGIS Desktop for Android. However:
  - Access ArcGIS Online through a web browser or use ArcGIS Runtime SDKs for Android to develop applications that can display maps created with .MXT files.
iOS:
- Similar to Android:
  - Access ArcGIS Online through a web browser or use ArcGIS Runtime SDKs for iOS to develop applications for viewing maps created with .MXT files.
Others:
- For other platforms not listed (like specific Unix variants or niche operating systems):
  - Use ArcGIS Online through a web browser for viewing and basic editing of maps.
  - Explore third-party GIS applications that may support ArcGIS file formats, though direct .MXT file compatibility may vary.

Advantages And Disadvantages.

Advantages: Provides a standardized way to save and reuse map configurations, promotes consistency across projects, saves time in setting up maps.

Disadvantages: Can be limited in flexibility if the template doesn’t match specific project requirements without modification.

How to Open MXT?

Open In Windows

Open .MXT files using ArcGIS software on Windows.

Open In Linux

Use ArcGIS Desktop for Linux if available, or consider using Wine to run the Windows version of ArcGIS.

Open In MAC

ArcGIS Desktop for Mac, if available, or use a virtual machine running Windows with ArcGIS.

Open In Android

There are no native ArcGIS applications for these platforms, but you can access maps created with .MXT files through ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Runtime SDKs.

Open In IOS

There are no native ArcGIS applications for these platforms, but you can access maps created with .MXT files through ArcGIS Online or ArcGIS Runtime SDKs.