Tips to open TDL file
Can't open the TDL file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open TDL files as well as a list of programs that support TDL files.
TDL file extension
| File Name |
Tab Delineated Format |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The TDL file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the TDL files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the TDL file on each system platform.
What is TDL file?
The TDL file has been categorized as Data Files. Additionally, the Data Files category contains 1326 of other files. Tab Delineated Format is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The Microsoft Excel application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Microsoft Corporation. Alternatively, you can use 2 other programs. Lotus 1-2-3, Ashampoo Media Player will apply when it is not possible to use Microsoft Excel.
How to open TDL file?
The main problem with Tab Delineated Format is that the TDL file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that TDL 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 TDL 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 Excel
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Microsoft Excel is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Microsoft Excel into the operating system search engine. 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 TDL.
Programs to open TDL file
Remember to download programs supporting TDL files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Excel with TDL files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the TDL file to open in the Microsoft Excel 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 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. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the TDL file with the Microsoft Excel application.
Step 3. Update Microsoft Excel to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Microsoft Excel program, it is possible that Tab Delineated Format requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Microsoft Corporation page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the TDL 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:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the TDL file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our TDL file. Sometimes virus-infected TDL files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
