VSL File Extension

What is VSL file?

Full format name of files that use VSL extension is Visio Add-on. Visio Add-on format was developed by Microsoft. VSL files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. VSL file belongs to the Plugin Files category just like 179 other filename extensions listed in our database. Microsoft Visio is by far the most used program for working with VSL files. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theMicrosoft Visio software, but also about VSL and other supported file formats.

Programs which support VSL file extension

The following listing features VSL-compatible programs. Files with VSL 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 VSL extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening VSL files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Visio Add-on 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 VSL files.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Visio software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening VSL files is that no program that can handle VSL files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Microsoft Visio and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Microsoft Visio installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Visio to the latest version

If you already have Microsoft Visio installed on your systems and VSL 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. The reason that Microsoft Visio cannot handle files with VSL may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Visio.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Visio to VSL files

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Visio installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage VSL 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

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the VSL file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Visio installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open VSL files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the VSL file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Microsoft Visio and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with VSL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the VSL for errors

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

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

Should it happed that the VSL is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. VSL 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 VSL 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. If the VSL file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Visio

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Visio Add-on files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle VSL files.

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