ZXP File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
Format Name ZXP (Extension Manager Package)
Primary use Installing extensions for Adobe Creative Suite/Cloud applications
MIME Type application/x-zxp
File Extension .zxp
Based On ZIP file format
File Signature PK (Zip format)
Compression Yes, ZIP compression
Encryption Optional, can be encrypted for security
Platform Adobe Creative Suite/Cloud applications
Developer Adobe Systems
Manifest File META-INF/MANIFEST.MF
Contains Extensions, plug-ins, scripts for Adobe applications
Editable Yes, with supporting software
Interoperability Specific to Adobe software versions
Update Mechanism Typically requires manual update or through Adobe Extension Manager
Security Features Digital signatures, optional encryption
Tool for Creation Adobe Extension Manager, third-party packagers
Accessibility Programmable via Adobe Extension SDK
Relevance Used by designers, developers for Adobe platform enhancements
License Type Varies by extension content