HL1 File Extension

What is HL1 file?

HL1 filename suffix is mostly used for Half-Life Saved Game files. Half-Life Saved Game format was developed by Valve Corporation. Files with HL1 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. HL1 file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports HL1 files is Half-Life. Software named Half-Life was created by Valve Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and HL1 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support HL1 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support HL1 files. HL1 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with HL1 extension?

Problems with accessing HL1 may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with HL1 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 Half-Life

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening HL1 files is that no program that can handle HL1 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Half-Life and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Half-Life installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Valve Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Half-Life to the latest version

If you already have Half-Life installed on your systems and HL1 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Half-Life cannot handle files with HL1 may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Half-Life should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open HL1 files to Half-Life

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate HL1 files with latest version of Half-Life you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the HL1 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Half-Life is installed, check the Always use this app to open HL1 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the HL1 file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with HL1 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the HL1 is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the HL1 file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The HL1 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the HL1 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. If the HL1 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the HL1 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with HL1 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Half-Life

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with HL1 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 Half-Life Saved Game file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with HL1 files affecting older versions of given software.

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