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NCLR File Extension

Nintendo DS Color Palette Format
  • Developer
    Nintendo
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    4 (2 votes)

What is NCLR file?

Full format name of files that use NCLR extension is Nintendo DS Color Palette Format. Nintendo DS Color Palette Format format was developed by Nintendo. NCLR file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. NCLR file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. Crystal Tile is by far the most used program for working with NCLR files.

Programs which support NCLR file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support NCLR files. NCLR files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Programs that support NCLR file

How to open file with NCLR extension?

Being unable to open files with NCLR extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Nintendo DS Color Palette Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with NCLR files.

Step 1. Download and install Crystal Tile

Install software to open NCLR file The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports NCLR files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Crystal Tile and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Crystal Tile website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Crystal Tile

Update software that support file extension NCLRIf the problems with opening NCLR files still occur even after installing Crystal Tile, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Crystal Tile is available. 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 Crystal Tile installed, it may not support NCLR 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 Crystal Tile.

Step 3. Assign Crystal Tile to NCLR files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate NCLR files with latest version of Crystal Tile you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Associate software with NCLR file on Windows

Change the default application in Windows

  • Clicking the NCLR with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
  • Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
  • The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Crystal Tile is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open NCLR files and clicking OK.
Associate software with NCLR file on Mac

Change the default application in Mac OS

  • From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with NCLR extension, select Information
  • Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
  • 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 NCLR extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the NCLR for errors

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

Check NCLR file for viruses
1. Check the NCLR file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the NCLR is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the NCLR file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the NCLR file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the NCLR file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with NCLR 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Nintendo DS Color Palette Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Crystal Tile

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Nintendo DS Color Palette Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with NCLR files affecting older versions of given software.

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