ADML File Extension

What is ADML file?

Full format name of files that use ADML extension is Microsoft Administrative Language-specific XML Template Format. Microsoft Administrative Language-specific XML Template Format specification was created by Microsoft. ADML file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with ADML extension are categorized as System Files files. The System Files subset comprises 323 various file formats. The most popular program for handling ADML files is Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support ADML file extension

Programs that can handle ADML files are as follows. ADML 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 ADML extension?

Being unable to open files with ADML extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with ADML extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor software

Problems with opening and working with ADML files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ADML files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor or different compatible program, such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 7. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support ADML files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor

If you already have Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor installed on your systems and ADML 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 Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor installed, it may not support ADML 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 Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor.

Step 3. Associate Microsoft Administrative Language-specific XML Template Format files with Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage ADML 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.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the ADML with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open ADML files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the ADML file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with ADML extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the ADML file is complete and free of errors

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

1. Check the ADML file for viruses or malware

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

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the ADML file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. When downloading the file with ADML 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Microsoft Administrative Language-specific XML Template Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Group Policy Object Editor

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with ADML 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 Microsoft Administrative Language-specific XML Template Format 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 ADML files.

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