Tips to open GDL file
Can't open the GDL file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open GDL files as well as a list of programs that support GDL files.
GDL file extension
| File Name |
ArchiCAD Geometric Description Language Data |
| File Developer |
Graphisoft |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The GDL file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the GDL files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the GDL file on each system platform.
What is GDL file?
The file in the GDL format belongs to the Misc Files category. It was designed by Graphisoft. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. ArchiCAD Geometric Description Language Data appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use ArchiCAD to handle this file. This is a program created by Graphisoft.
How to open GDL file?
An often recurring problem with ArchiCAD Geometric Description Language Data is that GDL is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that GDL files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the GDL 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 ArchiCAD
In this case, you should first verify that the ArchiCAD application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing ArchiCAD into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file GDL with ArchiCAD. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open GDL files.
Programs to open GDL file
Remember to download programs supporting GDL files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ArchiCAD with GDL files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the GDL file to open in the ArchiCAD application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. 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 GDL file with the ArchiCAD application.
Step 3. Update ArchiCAD to the latest version
If, however, after binding ArchiCAD with ArchiCAD Geometric Description Language Data there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Graphisoft website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the GDL 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:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. Usually this applies to GDL files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file GDL or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected GDL 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 GDL files changes over time. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair GDL file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Graphisoft, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file GDL except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move GDL to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the GDL file again. However, some background programs may block the GDL file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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