DL_ File Extension

What is DL_ file?

DL_ filename suffix is mostly used for Compressed DLL Format files. Compressed DLL Format format was developed by Microsoft. Files with DL_ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. DL_ file belongs to the Compressed Files category just like 236 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling DL_ files is Microsoft Makecab, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support DL_ file extension

Programs that can handle DL_ files are as follows. DL_ files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with DL_ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DL_ files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with DL_ files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Makecab software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DL_ files is that no program that can handle DL_ files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Microsoft Makecab or one to the listed programs: Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Expand. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Makecab installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Makecab and update if needed

If the problems with opening DL_ files still occur even after installing Microsoft Makecab, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Makecab is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why DL_ files are not compatible with Microsoft Makecab. The latest version of Microsoft Makecab should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Makecab to DL_ files

After installing Microsoft Makecab (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open DL_ files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the DL_ file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Makecab installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DL_ files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with DL_ extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with DL_ extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the DL_ for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the DL_ file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The DL_ may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the DL_ is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the DL_ file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the DL_ file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the DL_ file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with DL_ extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Makecab

If the systems has insufficient resources to open DL_ files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Compressed DLL Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DL_ files affecting older versions of given software.

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