- 150+ formats: Open supported documents, spreadsheets, images, audio, video and camera raw files.
- Native views: Render many recognized formats in their intended document or media view.
- Media playback: Play supported audio and video within the application.
- Metadata: Inspect properties such as image EXIF data and PDF author information.
- Fallback inspection: View unsupported content as text or hexadecimal data.
WindowsFileViewer
Legacy Windows viewer for more than 150 file types
Updated August 2, 2026
WindowsFileViewer Overview
File Viewer Lite is a free Windows application that opens more than 150 document, spreadsheet, image, audio, video and camera-raw formats. It provides native views where supported and text or hexadecimal inspection for unknown files. The official site still offers an installer, but clearly states that the product has been discontinued and recommends File Viewer Plus for current development.
Key Features
Pricing
| Offer | Current price | Billing and scope |
|---|---|---|
| File Viewer Lite | $0 | Free legacy Windows installer download |
The installer remains available from the official site at no charge.
Pricing source: https://windowsfileviewer.com/
Pros
- Free legacy download: The official site still provides the File Viewer Lite installer at no charge.
- Mixed-format coverage: One application can inspect many common document and media types.
- Fallback views: Text and hexadecimal modes can expose content from otherwise unsupported files.
Cons
- Discontinued: The product receives no current feature development and may not keep pace with format or security changes.
- Windows only: The application targets Windows; the site links to separate products on other platforms.
- Viewing rather than editing: File Viewer Lite is not positioned as a full editor or converter.
