No. A traditional executable installer and an MSIX package follow different installation mechanisms and may show different prompts or requirements. Use the publisher’s instructions for the actual file you received. Renaming one extension to another does not convert the package or solve compatibility.
Identify the complete filename
Windows can hide known file extensions, making a file’s apparent name misleading. Review the file type through its properties or the appropriate display setting. A web page saved under an installer-looking name is not a valid application package.
Follow the intended installer workflow
An executable may run its own setup interface, while a packaged app can use Windows deployment components. The troubleshooting messages therefore differ. Record the exact message rather than applying an unrelated guide that happens to mention Windows.
Keep source verification consistent
Both formats still require a trustworthy publisher and distribution route. Neither extension guarantees safety. Avoid running unknown commands from a forum to force installation, particularly on a managed computer where software policy may intentionally prevent it. If extensions are hidden, two apparently identical filenames can represent very different contents, so inspect the actual file type.