.IDX File Recovery

Have files been deleted due to a user’s error or software error? Have you formatted a disk by accident and need to know how to recover the files? Read our .IDX file recovery guide for Windows, MacOS, Android and IOS in 2024.

IDX File Recovery

What is a .IDX file?

An IDX file is a data file used by various DVD playback programs to display subtitles. It contains the subtitle text as well as cue points for when each subtitle should be shown during the movie timeline. IDX files are saved with a corresponding video file, such as an .AVI or .MKV file.

What Are Common Causes of ".IDX" Files Lost or Failure?

There can be several common causes for ".IDX" files being lost or experiencing failure. Some of these causes include:

  1. Accidental deletion: Users may accidentally delete ".IDX" files while organizing or cleaning up their computer's storage.
  2. Software or hardware issues: Malfunctioning software or hardware can lead to the corruption or loss of ".IDX" files. This can occur due to system crashes, power outages, or software conflicts.
  3. Virus or malware infections: If a computer gets infected by a virus or malware, it can damage or delete ".IDX" files, leading to their loss or failure.
  4. File system errors: Issues with the file system, such as disk errors or bad sectors, can cause ".IDX" files to become inaccessible or corrupted.
  5. Improper file handling: Improper handling of ".IDX" files, such as forceful shutdowns or abrupt removal of storage devices, can result in data corruption or loss.
  6. Software updates or upgrades: Sometimes, software updates or upgrades can cause compatibility issues with existing ".IDX" files, leading to their failure or loss.
  7. Human error: Human mistakes, such as accidental formatting of storage devices or incorrect file operations, can result in the loss or failure of ".IDX" files.

It is important to regularly back up important ".IDX" files to prevent their loss or failure and to use reliable data recovery software in case of any accidental deletion or corruption.

How to recover lost ".IDX" files?

Sometimes while working with a computer, laptop or other stationary or mobile devices, you may encounter various bugs, freezes, hardware or software failures, even in spite of regular updates and junk cleaning. As a result, an important ".IDX" file may be deleted.

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By no means should you think that the only way to recover a ".IDX" file is always to create it once more.

Use programs for recovering ".IDX" files if a file was lost after accidental or deliberate deleting, formatting the memory card or the internal storage, cleaning the storage device, after a virus attack or a system failure.

Programs to recover ".IDX" files

Looking for a way to get files back? In cases when files were deleted and they cannot be restored by using standard operating system tools, use Hetman Partition Recovery.

The tool recovers data from any devices, regardless of the cause of data loss.

Follow the directions below:

  1. Download Hetman Partition Recovery, install and start the program.

  2. The program will automatically scan the computer and display all hard disks and removable drives connected to it, as well as physical and local disks.

    File Recovery Software
  3. Double-click on the disk from which you need to recover ".IDX" files, and select analysis type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Analysis Type
  4. When the scanning is over, you will be shown the files for recovery.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Files that Can be Restored
  5. To find a file you need, use the program’s interface to open the folder it was deleted from, or go to the folder "Content-Aware Analysis" and select the required file type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Deep Scan
  6. Select the files you have been looking for and click "Recovery".

    File Recovery Software - Files List for Recovery
  7. Choose one of the methods for saving the files and recover them.

    Saving recovered files in Hetman Partition Recovery

How to open file with ".IDX" extension?

Looking for how to open a stereo movie Subtitle File image file file?

Programs that open ".IDX" files

Windows
CyberLink PowerDVD 17 CyberLink PowerDVD 17
VideoLAN VLC media player VideoLAN VLC media player
URUWorks Subtitle Workshop URUWorks Subtitle Workshop
DVDSubEdit DVDSubEdit
Mac
MPlayer MPlayer
VideoLAN VLC media player VideoLAN VLC media player
Linux
SMPlayer SMPlayer
VideoLAN VLC media player VideoLAN VLC media player
Android
J2 Interactive MX Player J2 Interactive MX Player

Additional Information

  • File type: Movie Subtitle File

  • File extension: .IDX

  • Developer: N/A

  • Category: Misc Files

  • Format: N/A

  • Mime-type: application/octet-stream

  • HEX: 54 57 49 44 58 42 4D 4F 44

  • ASCII: TWIDXBMOD

  • File types that use the extension .IDX:

    • Movie Subtitle File

    • Navigation POI File

    • Index File

    • HMI Historical Log Index File

    • Outlook Express Mailbox Index File

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Vladimir Artiukh

Author: Vladimir Artiukh, Technical Writer

Vladimir Artiukh is a technical writer for Hetman Software, as well as the voice and face of their English-speaking YouTube channel, Hetman Software: Data Recovery for Windows. He handles tutorials, how-tos, and detailed reviews on how the company’s tools work with all kinds of data storage devices.

Oleg Afonin

Editor: Oleg Afonin, Technical Writer

Oleg Afonin is an expert in mobile forensics, data recovery and computer systems. He often attends large data security conferences, and writes several blogs for such resources as xaker.ru, Elcomsoft and Habr. In addition to his online activities, Oleg’s articles are also published in professional magazines. Also, Oleg Afonin is the co-author of a well-known book, Mobile Forensics - Advanced Investigative Strategies.

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