BLT File Extension

What is BLT file?

Full format name of files that use BLT extension is AIM Buddy List. AOL defined the AIM Buddy List format standard. BLT file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with BLT extension are categorized as Settings Files files. The Settings Files subset comprises 1305 various file formats. The most popular program for handling BLT files is AOL Instant Messenger, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support BLT file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support BLT files. BLT 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 BLT extension?

Problems with accessing BLT may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with BLT extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with BLT files.

Step 1. Get the AOL Instant Messenger

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BLT files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download AOL Instant Messenger and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit AOL Instant Messenger website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of AOL Instant Messenger and update if needed

If you already have AOL Instant Messenger installed on your systems and BLT 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. The reason that AOL Instant Messenger cannot handle files with BLT may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of AOL Instant Messenger is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign AOL Instant Messenger to BLT files

If you have the latest version of AOL Instant Messenger installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage BLT on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the BLT with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 AOL Instant Messenger is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open BLT files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected BLT file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with BLT extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper BLT file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The BLT 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 BLT 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 scanner detected that the BLT file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the BLT file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic BLT file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with BLT 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 AIM Buddy List file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run AOL Instant Messenger

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

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 AIM Buddy List file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BLT files affecting older versions of given software.

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