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WSL File Extension

Win-Situ Data Logger
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    In-Situ Inc.
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What is WSL file?

Full format name of files that use WSL extension is Win-Situ Data Logger. In-Situ Inc. defined the Win-Situ Data Logger format standard. Files with WSL extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. WSL file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Win-Situ is by far the most used program for working with WSL files. Win-Situ software was developed by In-Situ Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about WSL files or the Win-Situ software program.

Programs which support WSL file extension

Programs that can handle WSL files are as follows. Files with WSL extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Programs that support WSL file

Windows Windows

How to open file with WSL extension?

Being unable to open files with WSL extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with WSL files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with WSL files.

Step 1. Install Win-Situ software

Install software to open WSL file The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports WSL files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Win-Situ developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Win-Situ installed is by going to developer’s website (In-Situ Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Win-Situ and update if needed

Update software that support file extension WSLIf you already have Win-Situ installed on your systems and WSL 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. If you have an older version of Win-Situ installed, it may not support WSL format. The most recent version of Win-Situ is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Win-Situ Data Logger files with Win-Situ

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate WSL files with latest version of Win-Situ you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Associate software with WSL file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Clicking the WSL with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
  • 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 Win-Situ installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open WSL files box and clicking OK button.
Associate software with WSL file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

  • Right-click the WSL file and select Information
  • Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
  • Select Win-Situ and click Change for all...
  • If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with WSL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper WSL file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

Check WSL file for viruses
1. Verify that the WSL in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the WSL file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the WSL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. WSL file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the WSL 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. If the WSL file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 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 Win-Situ

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Win-Situ Data Logger file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WSL files affecting older versions of given software.

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