Tips to open 3DL file
Can't open the 3DL file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open 3DL files as well as a list of programs that support 3DL files.
3DL file extension
| File Name |
LightConverse 3D Model Format |
| File Developer |
Light Converse |
| File Category |
3D Image Files |
The 3DL file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the 3DL files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the 3DL file on each system platform.
What is 3DL file?
The file with the extension 3DL is the 3D Image Files file type. The creator of this file is Light Converse. 3D Image Files consists of 622 similar files. LightConverse 3D Model Format is supported by 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use LightConverse to handle this file. This is a program created by LightConverse LTD.
How to open 3DL file?
The main problem with LightConverse 3D Model Format is that the 3DL file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file 3DL to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the 3DL file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install LightConverse
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that LightConverse is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name LightConverse into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file 3DL.
Programs to open 3DL file
Remember to download programs supporting 3DL files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of LightConverse with 3DL files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the 3DL file still does not use the LightConverse program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the 3DL file with the LightConverse application.
Step 3. Update LightConverse to the latest version
If, despite the association of the LightConverse program with the LightConverse 3D Model Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the LightConverse LTD page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the 3DL file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The 3DL file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to 3DL files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file 3DL or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected 3DL files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of 3DL file may not always be supported by the latest software version. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged 3DL files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Light Converse, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted 3DL files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. Copying the 3DL file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the 3DL file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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