TLZ File Extension

What is TLZ file?

TLZ filename suffix is mostly used for Tar LZMA Compressed Format files. Tar LZMA Compressed Format format was developed by Lzip. TLZ file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with TLZ extension are categorized as Compressed Files files. The Compressed Files subset comprises 236 various file formats. The most popular program for handling TLZ files is 7-Zip, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format. 7-Zip software was developed by Igor Pavlov, and on its official website you may find more information about TLZ files or the 7-Zip software program.

Programs which support TLZ file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with TLZ files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with TLZ 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 TLZ extension?

Being unable to open files with TLZ extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with TLZ files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install 7-Zip

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening TLZ files is that no program that can handle TLZ files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select 7-Zip or one of the recommended programs (for example, 7zX, LZMA Utils, Unix) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support TLZ files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading 7-Zip installed is by going to developer’s website (Igor Pavlov) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of 7-Zip

You still cannot access TLZ files although 7-Zip is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. 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 7-Zip installed, it may not support TLZ format. The latest version of 7-Zip should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Tar LZMA Compressed Format files with 7-Zip

If you have the latest version of 7-Zip installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage TLZ on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the TLZ file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where 7-Zip is installed, check the Always use this app to open TLZ files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with TLZ extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select 7-Zip and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with TLZ extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the TLZ is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the TLZ file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the TLZ 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. TLZ file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the TLZ file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with TLZ 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Tar LZMA Compressed Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run 7-Zip

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

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 Tar LZMA Compressed Format file. It may be the case that the TLZ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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