TLO File Extension

What is TLO file?

TLO filename suffix is mostly used for SPSS TableLooks Format files. SPSS TableLooks Format specification was created by IBM. TLO files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. TLO file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use SPSS software for managing TLO files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named SPSS was created by IBM. In order to find more detailed information on the software and TLO files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support TLO file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open TLO files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. TLO 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 TLO extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening TLO files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to SPSS TableLooks 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 TLO files.

Step 1. Download and install SPSS

Problems with opening and working with TLO files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with TLO files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install SPSS. 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 SPSS installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit IBM website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of SPSS and update if needed

If the problems with opening TLO files still occur even after installing SPSS, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of SPSS is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of SPSS installed, it may not support TLO format. The latest version of SPSS should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign SPSS to TLO files

After installing SPSS (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open TLO files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

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 TLO file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where SPSS is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open TLO files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the TLO file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with TLO extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the TLO for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the TLO file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the TLO file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the TLO file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the TLO file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the TLO file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with TLO 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.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the SPSS TableLooks Format file.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with TLO extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with SPSS TableLooks Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the TLO files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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