._DL File

._dl is Dynamic Link Library DLL file form

Key Features: ._DL File Extension

Features	Description
File Extension	._dl
Format	N/A
Created by	Microsoft Corporation
Category	System

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How to open:
How to convert:

What is an ._DL file?

The _dl file extension is used by some programs (sometimes spyware, malware) to compressed install .dll dynamic link library file. As default file extension for compressed .dll file is ._dl file extension. Full overview of Dynamic Link Library is here.

How to open:

This file type is not meant to be opened directly, there is no software that could open and work with it directly, or there is no information available in public sources about opening this file type. This is usually the case of some internal data files, caches, temporary files etc.

How to convert:

As far as we know, this ._dl file type can't be converted to any other file format. This is usually the case of system, configuration, temporary, or data files containing data exclusive to only one software and used for its own purposes. Also some proprietary or closed file formats cannot be converted to more common file types in order to protect the intellectual property of the developer, which is for example the case of some DRM-protected multimedia files.

How to solve problems with _DL files

Associate the _DL file extension with the correct application. On :
Windows: Right click on any _DL file and then click "Open with" > "Choose another app". Now select another program and check the box "Always use this app to open *._DL files". Mac: Right click (or Ctrl-click) the _DL file, then click "Open with" > "Other...". Then choose another program and check the "Always Open With" box. Linux: Right click on the file, and select "Open with" and choose another program. iPhone: Tap the file. If you do not see an app to open the file, then tap Share "Share" and choose an app. Alternatively, save the file. Then open the Files app Files app. There long-press on the file, then release your finger. You will see a black menu bar. Then tap "Share" and select an app. Android: Tap the Settings icon on your smartphone, then tap on the Apps section. There tap the Options icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen to change the default apps.
Update your software that should actually open ._DL is Dynamic Link Library DLL file form. Because only the current version supports the latest _DL file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Microsoft Corporation manufacturer website after an available ._DL is Dynamic Link Library DLL file form update.
To make sure that your _DL file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with antivirus software.