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FRL File Extension

Electronic Form Loader Format

What is FRL file?

FRL filename suffix is mostly used for Electronic Form Loader Format files. FRL files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. FRL file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing FRL files is Adobe LiveCycle.

Programs which support FRL file extension

The following listing features FRL-compatible programs. Files with FRL extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Programs that support FRL file

How to open file with FRL extension?

Being unable to open files with FRL extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with FRL files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with FRL files.

Step 1. Get the Adobe LiveCycle

Install software to open FRL file The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening FRL files is that no program that can handle FRL files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Adobe LiveCycle. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Adobe LiveCycle installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Adobe LiveCycle and update if needed

Update software that support file extension FRLIf you already have Adobe LiveCycle installed on your systems and FRL files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Adobe LiveCycle installed, it may not support FRL format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Adobe LiveCycle.

Step 3. Associate Electronic Form Loader Format files with Adobe LiveCycle

After installing Adobe LiveCycle (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open FRL files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Associate software with FRL file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the FRL file
  • 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 Adobe LiveCycle is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open FRL files and clicking OK.
Associate software with FRL file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

  • By clicking right mouse button on the selected FRL file open the file menu and choose Information
  • Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
  • Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
  • If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with FRL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the FRL for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the FRL file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

Check FRL file for viruses
1. The FRL may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the FRL 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 FRL file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with FRL extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the FRL 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. It could happen the the download process of file with FRL extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative 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 Electronic Form Loader Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Adobe LiveCycle

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support FRL files. Close all running programs and try opening the FRL file.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Electronic Form Loader Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle FRL files.

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