XBRL File Extension
Extensible Business Reporting Language
- File Type xbrl
- Developer XBRL International
- Popularity
- Application Sublime Text
- Category Document Files
- Format XML
What is a XBRL file?
Files with the XBRL extension are specifically tied to Extensible Business Reporting Language, a Document Files type, and there are 969 files in this category.
XBRL file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS and Linux. To open a XBRL file, you can choose from 4 programs such as Sublime Text, Atom and XBRL Addon.
Programs that support XBRL files
How to open a XBRL file?
If you cannot open a XBRL file, it is most often due to missing software. Select a program from the list according to your operating system. Then go to the official website of the program developer, download it, and install it on your device.
Thanks to their popularity, Sublime Text, Atom and XBRL Addon are often the go-to programs for managing XBRL files. If you need the newest version of Sublime Text, just access the Sublime HQ Pty website. From there you can download the installer compatible with all systems.
Once Sublime Text is installed, the OS should configure it as the default tool for opening XBRL files.
Make Sublime Text the default XBRL viewer
Change the default app to open files on Mac
- Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired XBRL file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- Towards the bottom of the window, find the "Enable" menu, which is already set to the default option, "Recommended Programs";
- In this menu, select "All Programs" and search for Sublime Text. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default option.
Change a default app in Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your XBRL file, then select the "Open with" option and choose "Choose another app" from the menu that appears;
- Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose Sublime Text as the application to associate with your XBRL file;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".
Finding answers to XBRL file problems
If XBRL files are giving you trouble, small modifications to your software can help. Check out the troubleshooting tips below to fix these issues.
What can lead to sudden Sublime Text crashes?
Insufficient updates for Sublime HQ Pty products can cause Sublime Text to crash. Be sure to regularly install the latest software updates.
A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.
What is the recommended approach to repair a damaged XBRL file?
Use a recovery program to open the damaged XBRL file, and in the menu, click "Repair" to start the repair operation. Wait for the recovery process to finish as it will automatically restore the damaged document files.
What are the ways to check if my XBRL file is damaged?
Characteristics of corrupted XBRL document files can include:
- The file encounters problems during the opening process or shows error indications;
- Editing the archive in Sublime Text is hampered by poor overall performance;
- The file causes Sublime Text or other software to hang or crash during various operations;
- An unexplained increase in the size of the XBRL file;
- Actions performed on the file result in the appearance of error notifications;
How to edit a XBRL file?
To modify XBRL files, you need to install special software that makes it possible to open and edit document files. Online XBRL editors are more restricted compared to software designed for Extensible Business Reporting Language.
Best XBRL editors 2026
According to these factors, we have compiled a list of available XBRL editors.
| XBRL Editor Software | Developer | Platforms | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sublime Text | Sublime HQ Pty | Windows, Mac OS, Linux | 4.6 out of 5 (39 reviews) |
| Atom | - | Windows, Mac OS, Linux | 4.1 out of 5 (36 reviews) |