ASL File Extension

What is ASL file?

Full format name of files that use ASL extension is Photoshop Style. Adobe Systems defined the Photoshop Style format standard. Files with ASL extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. ASL file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. Adobe Photoshop supports ASL files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Adobe Systems Incorporated developer not only will you find detailed information about theAdobe Photoshop software, but also about ASL and other supported file formats.

Programs which support ASL file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with ASL files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with ASL extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with ASL extension?

Being unable to open files with ASL extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with ASL files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with ASL files.

Step 1. Install Adobe Photoshop software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening ASL files is that no program that can handle ASL files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Adobe Photoshop and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support ASL files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Adobe Photoshop installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Adobe Systems Incorporated website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Adobe Photoshop to the latest version

If you already have Adobe Photoshop installed on your systems and ASL files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. 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 Adobe Photoshop installed, it may not support ASL format. The most recent version of Adobe Photoshop is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Adobe Photoshop to ASL files

After installing Adobe Photoshop (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open ASL files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the ASL file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Adobe Photoshop is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open ASL files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the ASL file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 ASL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the ASL is not faulty

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

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the ASL file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the ASL file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the ASL 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 ASL file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Adobe Photoshop

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Photoshop Style file. It may be the case that the ASL files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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