| When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | gje96fcb | 10/12/09 8:29 AM | Google Chrome version (type in about:version into the address bar):3.0.195.25 Operating System:Windows Vista URLs (if applicable): Error Message:Extension Install Error: Could not open crx file for reading. Steps to Reproduce: Download any .crx file, |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | wár17 § | 10/12/09 9:42 AM | What program do you have to read CRX file? Right click on the file and select Open With. Select the program. Check the box Always use this program to open this type of file. |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | Skywalkertw | 10/23/09 3:58 AM | My problem was similar, and I tried recreating a new browser user profile, but this didn't work for me. But through trial and error, I found that changing the default download path sort of breaks the integration between chrome and .crx files. (on my |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | Sonkido | 10/26/09 2:05 AM | I have the same problem, I've reverted to the default download path, but .crx files are still not recognized. What can I do? What programs should I use? |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | segfault | 10/26/09 8:56 AM | Sonkido, you will probably need to to a clean reinstall. Follow the manual uninstall directions below to clear your user data and reinstall the dev channel |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | segfault | 10/26/09 9:06 AM | >>Okay, now the error message is: Extension Install Error: Invalid value for 'permissions[0].' 10/12/09 gje96fcb, your problem is now that the crx extension you are installing is invalid or not compatible with your version. Switch to the dev channel |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | mhantholz | 11/4/09 4:32 PM | ***WHAT*** is everone talking about here ??? I'm getting the Error 6 code--- [Extension Install Error:"Could not open .crx file for reading"] with a Google THEME StarGazing.crx that I downloaded . Worked the *first* time I got the Theme, but this ti |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | vaakash | 11/7/09 2:56 AM | I am too getting the same error |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | LaBarba | 12/16/10 1:07 PM | I was getting the error: "Could not open crx file for reading". I just opened up the browser theme through "open in a different window" and it worked. I don't know why, but it did... |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | DJ Thunderlord | 3/24/11 4:56 PM | I get similar error a when i try to download to install on my linux machine I have Instaled around 20few extensions and I gettin a Invalid crx header btw I'm using chromium 6 on linux ! And now can install new extensions I think that is somethin with |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | DJ Thunderlord | 3/24/11 5:06 PM | Yeah I changed download location from fat32 directory to a directory with only my permisions and install works now ! It is basically something about permisions to auto run in other directory |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | Saifhoda | 7/28/11 3:43 AM | To install a file with CRX extention on Google chrome follow the below steps. 1). Double click on the file (.crx). 2). An Open dialog box will come up. 3). Choose the Google Chrome icon This process will help you install your new Google Chrome theme |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | deviantartfan1 | 9/13/11 4:26 PM | I found out! IF you have Windows 7 (just in case) You'll get a window saying "Windows could Not Open The File." #1: Click the bubble that allows you to select an installed program (Second Bubble) #2: Click "Ok". #3: If it's in the list click "Goog |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | hon ming | 11/5/11 4:46 AM | please..i need some1 help....why i try to istall the extension ...after click istall than the file being downloaded...but it didnt work on my chrome... i've try to uninstall chrome then install back..but still nothing chge... |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | wár17 § | 11/5/11 8:32 AM | hon_ming, Did you try the suggested posted above your post? |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | Seeker07 | 11/6/11 8:05 PM | I was having the same problem, but I fixed it by copying the address of the .crx file in my computer and pasting it to Google Chrome's web address bar. It might work for you. |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | RichMoly | 12/1/11 2:40 AM | I've tried all of the above options (under Chrome 15.0.874.121 m), and all that happens is that Google opens a 'Save As' dialogue to save the identical .CRX (extension) file back out again. There is no mention of/attempt at installation (I DO have a |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | RichMoly | 12/1/11 3:24 AM | I lied! I hadn't tried Skywalkertw's tip. Looking at http://www.google.com/support/chrome/bin/answer.py?answer=95574 I searched for the location for the default downloads folder... having failed to find it manually I then used Windows' 'Search' (rem |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | RichMoly | 12/1/11 3:33 AM | P.S.Thanks go to Skywalkertw, and all of you, for the help, I hope my own ramblings assist others :-) |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | RichMoly | 12/2/11 3:12 AM | A day later, and I've just tried dragging a CRX file into the URL again, and it's now working! Clearly resetting the downloads directory (as mentioned above), coupled with restarting the PC/Chrome, has done the trick! I've been able to successfully |
| Re: When I download .crx files, I try to run them, and I get a pop-up saying, "Could not open crx file for reading." | Atem Mading | 11/24/12 2:29 AM | http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oPEdYKdBsR0 |