Full format name of files that use EQL extension is MathType Settings. Files with EQL extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. EQL file format, along with 1305 other file formats, belongs to the Settings Files category. The most popular program for handling EQL files is MathType, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Software named MathType was created by Diesign Science. In order to find more detailed information on the software and EQL files, check the developer’s official website.
The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with EQL files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. EQL files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.
Problems with accessing EQL may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with EQL extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.
Problems with opening and working with EQL files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with EQL files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install MathType. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support EQL files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit MathType website and download the installer.
You still cannot access EQL files although MathType 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 MathType installed, it may not support EQL format. The latest version of MathType should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.
If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate EQL files with latest version of MathType you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.
Selecting the first-choice application in Windows
Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS
Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the EQL file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.
Should it happed that the EQL is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the EQL file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.
Did you receive the EQL 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 EQL extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.
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.
The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support EQL files. Close all running programs and try opening the EQL file.
Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with MathType Settings files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with EQL files affecting older versions of given software.
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