Tips to open SEL file

Can't open the SEL file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open SEL files as well as a list of programs that support SEL files.

SEL file extension

File Name Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Selection Format
File Developer Corel Corporation
File Category Data Files

The SEL file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the SEL files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the SEL file on each system platform.

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What is SEL file?

The SEL file has been categorized as Data Files. The author of this format is Corel Corporation. Data Files consists of 1326 similar files. Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Selection Format is most often found on 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows.

How to open SEL file?

The most common problem when using Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Selection Format is that a specific SEL is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that SEL files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the SEL 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 PaintShop Pro

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that PaintShop Pro is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name PaintShop Pro 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 SEL files.

Programs to open SEL file

Remember to download programs supporting SEL files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

PaintShop Pro
PaintShop Pro
Step 2. Create association of PaintShop Pro with SEL files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the SEL file still does not use the PaintShop Pro program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. 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 select the desired program. 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the SEL file with the PaintShop Pro program.

Step 3. Update PaintShop Pro to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the PaintShop Pro program, it is possible that Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Selection Format requires a newer version of the program.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the SEL file

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the SEL file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
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 SEL or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected SEL file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of SEL 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.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular SEL file corruption.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted SEL 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. If possible, you can try to move the SEL file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the SEL file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the SEL file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.