AWL File Extension

What is AWL file?

AWL is a file extension commonly associated with Ad-Aware Language files. Lavasoft defined the Ad-Aware Language format standard. AWL files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with AWL extension are categorized as Settings Files files. The Settings Files subset comprises 1305 various file formats. Ad-Aware PRO is by far the most used program for working with AWL files. Software named Ad-Aware PRO was created by Lavasoft. In order to find more detailed information on the software and AWL files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support AWL file extension

The following listing features AWL-compatible programs. Files with AWL suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with AWL extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening AWL files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with AWL 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. Download and install Ad-Aware PRO

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening AWL files is that no program that can handle AWL files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Ad-Aware PRO developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Ad-Aware PRO website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Ad-Aware PRO and update if needed

If the problems with opening AWL files still occur even after installing Ad-Aware PRO, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Ad-Aware PRO 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 AWL files are not compatible with Ad-Aware PRO. The most recent version of Ad-Aware PRO is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Ad-Aware Language files with Ad-Aware PRO

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate AWL files with latest version of Ad-Aware PRO you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the AWL file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Ad-Aware PRO is installed, check the Always use this app to open AWL files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the AWL file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with AWL extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the AWL file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the AWL in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the AWL file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the AWL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the AWL file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the AWL file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with AWL extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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 Ad-Aware Language file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Ad-Aware PRO

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Ad-Aware Language files. It may be the case that the AWL files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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