ACCTL File Extension

What is ACCTL file?

ACCTL is a file extension commonly associated with Microsoft Office InfoPath Data Format files. ACCTL file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. ACCTL file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The software recommended for managing ACCTL files is Microsoft InfoPath. Microsoft InfoPath software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about ACCTL files or the Microsoft InfoPath software program.

Programs which support ACCTL file extension

The following listing features ACCTL-compatible programs. Files with ACCTL extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 01/03/2020

How to open file with ACCTL extension?

Problems with accessing ACCTL may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Microsoft Office InfoPath Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Microsoft InfoPath software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports ACCTL files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Microsoft InfoPath developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Microsoft InfoPath installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft InfoPath

You still cannot access ACCTL files although Microsoft InfoPath is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Microsoft InfoPath installed, it may not support ACCTL format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft InfoPath.

Step 3. Set the default application to open ACCTL files to Microsoft InfoPath

After installing Microsoft InfoPath (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open ACCTL files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the ACCTL file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft InfoPath installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open ACCTL files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected ACCTL file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with ACCTL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the ACCTL is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper ACCTL file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The ACCTL may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the ACCTL file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the ACCTL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the ACCTL file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with ACCTL extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the ACCTL file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with ACCTL extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Microsoft Office InfoPath Data Format file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Microsoft InfoPath

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support ACCTL files. Close all running programs and try opening the ACCTL file.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Microsoft Office InfoPath Data Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with ACCTL files affecting older versions of given software.

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