VLZ File Extension

What is VLZ file?

VLZ filename suffix is mostly used for PTV Vissim Compiled Delay Data Format files. VLZ file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with VLZ extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. PTV Vissim is by far the most used program for working with VLZ files. PTV Vissim software was developed by PTV Group, and on its official website you may find more information about VLZ files or the PTV Vissim software program.

Programs which support VLZ file extension

Programs that can handle VLZ files are as follows. Files with VLZ 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: 03/29/2020

How to open file with VLZ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening VLZ files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with VLZ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install PTV Vissim software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports VLZ files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the PTV Vissim developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit PTV Vissim website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update PTV Vissim to the latest version

You still cannot access VLZ files although PTV Vissim is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of PTV Vissim installed, it may not support VLZ 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 PTV Vissim.

Step 3. Set the default application to open VLZ files to PTV Vissim

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

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the VLZ 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 PTV Vissim installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open VLZ files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with VLZ extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select PTV Vissim and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with VLZ extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the VLZ 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 VLZ file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The VLZ 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 VLZ 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 VLZ file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the VLZ file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with VLZ extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the PTV Vissim Compiled Delay Data Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle PTV Vissim

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support VLZ files. Close all running programs and try opening the VLZ 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 PTV Vissim Compiled Delay Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with VLZ files affecting older versions of given software.

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