XPT File Mac Viewer
View and check the contents of SAS XPORT (XPT) version 5 files without SAS
What is XPT File Viewer?
XPT File Mac Viewer is a MacOS application developed by Avidys LLC, designed to display the contents of SAS XPORT (XPT) version 5 files. These files are commonly used for data exchange in clinical systems and are the only open format released by SAS Institute, making them essential for clinical data submissions to regulatory agencies like the FDA.
Key Features
- No SAS Required: View and interact with SAS data files without the need to install the full SAS system, simplifying the integration of XPORT files into various processes and product lines.
- All data stay local: There is no need to upload your data to a remote server. All data is processed locally on your machine ensuring maximum privacy and security.
- Associate itself with .xpt files: so you can double-click or right-click on an XPT file to open it in XPT File Mac Viewer.
- User-Friendly Interface: The application provides an intuitive interface for navigating and examining the structure and content of XPT files.
- Several Settings are available: Theme and presentation settings can be customized to personalize the appearance of the application, and saved in the user's environment.
- Free Download for non-commercial use: XPT File Mac Viewer is available for free for public, non-profit, and educational use, making it accessible to a wide range of users without additional software costs. For commercial users, it can be installed from the Apple Store for a one-time fee of $99.99 per user. Temporary licenses free of charge can be granted for specific projects and organizations. Please contact us for more information at contact@avidys.com.
Use Cases
XPT Files Viewer is an Essential tool for clinical research professionals who need to work with standardized data formats for regulatory submissions:
Clinical Data Review
Review and validate clinical trial data in XPT format before submission to regulatory agencies.
Data Quality Assurance
Inspect dataset structures, variable names, and data types without requiring SAS software.
Regulatory Submissions
Prepare and verify XPT files for FDA and other regulatory body submissions.
Data Integration
Examine XPT files to understand their structure before importing into other systems or tools.
Benefits for Clinical Research
- Eliminates the need for expensive SAS licenses for basic file viewing
- Facilitates patient privacy and regulatory compliance by keeping data local
- Streamlines data review workflows in clinical research organizations
- Ensures compliance with regulatory data format requirements
- Facilitates collaboration between teams that may not have SAS access
- Reduces time spent on data format validation and inspection
Getting Started
To use XPT File Viewer, simply download the application from Avidys's official website and install it on your macOS system (version 13 or later). Once installed, you can open XPT files directly through the Finder's interface.
- Unzip and double-click on the XPTMacViewer file to launch the application.
- If MacOS Gatekeeper prevents a direct launch, right-click on the XPTMacViewer app file and select "Open".
- You can also drag and drop the XPTMacViewer app file into the Application folder for easier access.
- Once the application is launched, you can open XPT files directly through the Finder's interface.
Note: XPT File Mac Viewer is designed for viewing and inspecting XPT files. For data manipulation, transformation, or statistical analysis, you still need SAS, R, Python, Jupyter, or other statistical software packages.
XPT File Mac Viewer is now available on the Apple Store
You can now download XPT File Mac Viewer from the Apple Store for a one-time fee of $99.99 per user.
Download XPT File Mac Viewer from the Apple Store
You can also download the application from the Avidys website for free.
To change the default application for opening a specific file type in macOS Finder, follow these steps:
- Locate the file in Finder that you want to change the default app for.
- Right-click (or Control-click) the file and select "Get Info" from the contextual menu.
- In the "Get Info" window, find the "Open with" section and click the dropdown menu next to it.
- Select the application you want to use as the default for that file type.
- Click the "Change All" button to apply this setting to all files of the same type across your system.