.JDX File Extension

JCAMP-DX File

A JDX file contains spectral data collected from a spectrometer. It is saved in the JCAMP-DX format developed by IUPAC. JDX files store x and y coordinate data. They may also store comments preceded b...

General Information

Title JDX File Extension
Extension .jdx
Full Form JCAMP-DX File
File Type Spectroscopy Data File
Developer Joint Committee on Atomic and Molecular Physical Data
MIME Type chemical/x-jcamp-dx

File Function

Primary Function Store spectroscopy data
Additional Functions Data exchange, Analysis
Features Text-based, Standardized format

File Characteristics

Quality High accuracy
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable Yes

Use Cases

Analytical Chemistry Yes
Pharmaceuticals Yes
Research Yes
Quality Control Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low risk
Best Practices Standard compliance, Data verification

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1988
Latest Version JCAMP-DX 6.00 (2016)

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .dx, .mzdx, .mzdata

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
TopSpin Commercial Windows, Mac, Linux
ACD/Labs Commercial Windows
MestReNova Commercial Windows, Mac, Linux