SPOOL File Extension

What is SPOOL file?

Full format name of files that use SPOOL extension is Ubisoft Game Launcher Data Format. SPOOL file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with SPOOL extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports SPOOL files is Uplay. Uplay software was developed by Ubisoft Entertainment S.A., and on its official website you may find more information about SPOOL files or the Uplay software program.

Programs which support SPOOL file extension

The following listing features SPOOL-compatible programs. Files with SPOOL 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: 05/09/2020

How to open file with SPOOL extension?

Problems with accessing SPOOL may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Ubisoft Game Launcher Data 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. Download and install Uplay

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports SPOOL files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Uplay developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support SPOOL files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Uplay installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Ubisoft Entertainment S.A. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Uplay and update if needed

If you already have Uplay installed on your systems and SPOOL 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 Uplay installed, it may not support SPOOL format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Uplay.

Step 3. Assign Uplay to SPOOL files

If you have the latest version of Uplay installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SPOOL 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

• Right-click the SPOOL 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 Uplay is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open SPOOL files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SPOOL extension, 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....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with SPOOL extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the SPOOL 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 SPOOL file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the SPOOL is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the SPOOL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. SPOOL file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the SPOOL 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 SPOOL 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 Ubisoft Game Launcher Data Format file.

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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support SPOOL files. Close all running programs and try opening the SPOOL file.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Ubisoft Game Launcher Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SPOOL files.

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