TOL File Extension

What is TOL file?

TOL is a file extension commonly associated with AOL Tool Format files. AOL Tool Format specification was created by America Online. TOL file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. TOL file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use America Online software for managing TOL files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support TOL file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with TOL files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with TOL suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with TOL extension?

Being unable to open files with TOL extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with TOL extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install America Online software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports TOL files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install America Online. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support TOL files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading America Online installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of America Online and update if needed

If you already have America Online installed on your systems and TOL files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why TOL files are not compatible with America Online. The most recent version of America Online is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign America Online to TOL files

If you have the latest version of America Online installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage TOL on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the TOL file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where America Online is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open TOL files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Verify that the TOL is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the TOL file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the TOL in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the TOL is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. 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 TOL file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the TOL 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 TOL extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the AOL Tool Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open America Online

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with AOL Tool Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with TOL files affecting older versions of given software.

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