Tips to open DOL file
Can't open the DOL file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DOL files as well as a list of programs that support DOL files.
DOL file extension
| File Name |
GameCube Executable Format |
| File Developer |
Nintendo |
| File Category |
Game Files |
The DOL file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DOL files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DOL file on each system platform.
What is DOL file?
The file in the DOL format belongs to the Game Files category. The creator of this file is Nintendo. In addition to this file, the Game Files category includes 1509 related files. GameCube Executable Format is supported by 2 operating systems. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use Dolphin to handle this file. This is a program created by Dolphin Team. There are also 2 alternative programs to handle the DOL file. Dolwin will apply when it is not possible to use Dolphin.
How to open DOL file?
The main problem with GameCube Executable Format is that the DOL file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open DOL, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DOL 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 Dolphin
In this case, you should first verify that the Dolphin application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Dolphin into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open DOL files.
Programs to open DOL file
Remember to download programs supporting DOL files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Dolphin with DOL files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the DOL file to open in the Dolphin application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the DOL file with the Dolphin application.
Step 3. Update Dolphin to the latest version
If, however, after binding Dolphin with GameCube Executable Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the Dolphin Team website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DOL file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. Usually this applies to DOL files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file DOL or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected DOL files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the DOL files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged DOL files. You can restore the file from a backup or use Nintendo help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted DOL files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the DOL file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. 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 DOL file again. However, some background programs may block the DOL file while scanning. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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