DOCL File Extension

What is DOCL file?

DOCL is a file extension commonly associated with Document Manager Locked Word Document Format files. DOCL file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. DOCL file format, along with 236 other file formats, belongs to the Encoded Files category. The most popular software that supports DOCL files is Document Manager. Document Manager software was developed by WonderFox Soft, Inc, and on its official website you may find more information about DOCL files or the Document Manager software program.

Programs which support DOCL file extension

Programs that can handle DOCL files are as follows. Files with DOCL suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 08/03/2020

How to open file with DOCL extension?

Being unable to open files with DOCL extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Document Manager Locked Word Document Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Document Manager software

Problems with opening and working with DOCL files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with DOCL files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Document Manager developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support DOCL files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Document Manager installed is by going to developer’s website (WonderFox Soft, Inc) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Document Manager and update if needed

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 The reason that Document Manager cannot handle files with DOCL may be that the software is outdated.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

Step 3. Set the default application to open DOCL files to Document Manager

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DOCL files with latest version of Document Manager you have installed 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 DOCL 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 Document Manager is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open DOCL files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the DOCL file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 DOCL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

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

1. Check the DOCL file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the DOCL 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. DOCL 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 DOCL file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with DOCL extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

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 Document Manager Locked Word Document Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Document Manager

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

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 Document Manager Locked Word Document Format file. It may be the case that the DOCL files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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