Tips to open ERL file
Can't open the ERL file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open ERL files as well as a list of programs that support ERL files.
ERL file extension
| File Name |
Erlang Source Code Format |
| File Developer |
Ericsson |
| File Category |
Developer Files |
The ERL file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the ERL files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the ERL file on each system platform.
What is ERL file?
The file with the extension ERL is the Developer Files file type. The creator of this file is Ericsson. In addition to this file, the Developer Files category includes 1205 related files. Erlang Source Code Format is supported by 2 operating systems. These systems consist of Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use TextMate to handle this file. This is a program created by MacroMates Ltd.. There are also 2 alternative programs to handle the ERL file. Erlang, Windows Notepad will apply when it is not possible to use TextMate.
How to open ERL file?
The most common problem when using Erlang Source Code Format is that a specific ERL is not associated with the program. This causes the file ERL to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the ERL 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 TextMate
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that TextMate is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name TextMate in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file ERL.
Programs to open ERL file
Remember to download programs supporting ERL files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of TextMate with ERL files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the ERL file to open in the TextMate application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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 ERL file with the TextMate application.
Step 3. Update TextMate to the latest version
If, however, after binding TextMate with Erlang Source Code Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the MacroMates Ltd. website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the ERL file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. The most common file problems are:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. Usually this applies to ERL 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. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the ERL file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected ERL files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the ERL file. 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 ERL files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Ericsson, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted ERL 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move ERL to a different directory.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the ERL file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the ERL file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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