NZL File Extension

What is NZL file?

NZL filename suffix is mostly used for Corel Painter Nozzle files. Corel Corporation defined the Corel Painter Nozzle format standard. Files with NZL extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. NZL file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing NZL files is Corel Painter. On the official website of Corel Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theCorel Painter software, but also about NZL and other supported file formats.

Programs which support NZL file extension

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

Problems with accessing NZL may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with NZL 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. Get the Corel Painter

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening NZL files is that no program that can handle NZL files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Corel Painter. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Corel Painter installed is by going to developer’s website (Corel Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Corel Painter and update if needed

If the problems with opening NZL files still occur even after installing Corel Painter, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Corel Painter is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Corel Painter cannot handle files with NZL may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Corel Painter should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Corel Painter to NZL files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate NZL files with latest version of Corel Painter 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.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the NZL file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Corel Painter installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open NZL files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected NZL file open the file menu and choose 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....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with NZL extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the NZL for errors

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

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the NZL 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 NZL file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the NZL file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with NZL extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Corel Painter

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Corel Painter Nozzle files. It may be the case that the NZL files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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