Tips to open SSMSSLN file

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

SSMSSLN file extension

File Name Microsoft SQL Server Data Format
File Category Misc Files

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

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What is SSMSSLN file?

The file in the SSMSSLN format belongs to the Misc Files category. In addition to this file, the Misc Files category includes 6033 related files. Microsoft SQL Server Data Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The main program that supports this format is Microsoft SQL Server. This was created by Microsoft Corporation.

How to open SSMSSLN file?

The main problem with Microsoft SQL Server Data Format is that the SSMSSLN file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that SSMSSLN 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 SSMSSLN 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 Microsoft SQL Server

The first step is to check if the computer has the Microsoft SQL Server program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Microsoft SQL Server in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open SSMSSLN files.

Programs to open SSMSSLN file

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

Step 2. Create association of Microsoft SQL Server with SSMSSLN files

If, despite the installed application, the SSMSSLN file does not start in the Microsoft SQL Server application, you must create a file association. 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. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Microsoft SQL Server application as the default for handling the SSMSSLN file.

Step 3. Update Microsoft SQL Server to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the Microsoft SQL Server program, it is possible that Microsoft SQL Server Data Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Microsoft Corporation website or update the program from the application.

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

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the SSMSSLN file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file SSMSSLN or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected SSMSSLN file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of SSMSSLN file may not always be supported by the latest software version. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
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 SSMSSLN files. You can restore the file from a backup or use help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file SSMSSLN 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. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move SSMSSLN to a different directory.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the SSMSSLN file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the SSMSSLN file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the SSMSSLN file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.