AOL File Extension

What is AOL file?

Full format name of files that use AOL extension is America On-line Related Format. America On-line Related Format specification was created by AOL. AOL files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. Files with AOL extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Users are advised to use America Online software for managing AOL files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support AOL file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open AOL files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with AOL 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.

How to open file with AOL extension?

Problems with accessing AOL may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with AOL files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the America Online

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening AOL files is that no program that can handle AOL files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the America Online 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. If you want to download America Online installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of America Online and update if needed

If the problems with opening AOL files still occur even after installing America Online, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of America Online is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why AOL files are not compatible with America Online. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using America Online.

Step 3. Set the default application to open AOL files to America Online

If you have the latest version of America Online installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage AOL on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the AOL with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where America Online is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open AOL files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the AOL file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with AOL extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the AOL file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the AOL file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the AOL is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. AOL file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the AOL 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 AOL extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle America Online

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with AOL extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with America On-line Related Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with AOL files affecting older versions of given software.

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