SLIB File Extension

What is SLIB file?

SLIB filename suffix is mostly used for Synopsys Interface Timing Specification Model files. Synopsys, Inc. defined the Synopsys Interface Timing Specification Model format standard. SLIB files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. SLIB file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. Design Compiler supports SLIB files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. Design Compiler software was developed by Synopsys, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about SLIB files or the Design Compiler software program.

Programs which support SLIB file extension

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

Being unable to open files with SLIB extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Synopsys Interface Timing Specification Model files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Design Compiler software

Problems with opening and working with SLIB files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SLIB files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Design Compiler or different compatible program, such as LightTools. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Design Compiler installed is by going to developer’s website (Synopsys, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Design Compiler to the latest version

If you already have Design Compiler installed on your systems and SLIB files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why SLIB files are not compatible with Design Compiler. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Design Compiler.

Step 3. Associate Synopsys Interface Timing Specification Model files with Design Compiler

After installing Design Compiler (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open SLIB files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the SLIB with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Design Compiler is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open SLIB files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the SLIB file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 SLIB extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

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

1. Check the SLIB file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the SLIB is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the SLIB file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the SLIB file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with SLIB extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the SLIB file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 SLIB 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Synopsys Interface Timing Specification Model file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Design Compiler

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

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 Synopsys Interface Timing Specification Model file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with SLIB files affecting older versions of given software.

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