LOCAL File Extension

What is LOCAL file?

LOCAL filename suffix is mostly used for Delphi User-specific Project Options files. Delphi User-specific Project Options specification was created by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.. LOCAL file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. LOCAL file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The software recommended for managing LOCAL files is Delphi. Software named Delphi was created by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and LOCAL files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support LOCAL file extension

Programs that can handle LOCAL files are as follows. LOCAL 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 LOCAL extension?

Being unable to open files with LOCAL extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with LOCAL 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.

Step 1. Get the Delphi

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening LOCAL files is that no program that can handle LOCAL files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Delphi and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Delphi installed is by going to developer’s website (Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Delphi

If you already have Delphi installed on your systems and LOCAL 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. This can be one of the causes why LOCAL files are not compatible with Delphi. The latest version of Delphi should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open LOCAL files to Delphi

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate LOCAL files with latest version of Delphi you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the LOCAL with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 Delphi installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open LOCAL files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected LOCAL file open the file menu and choose 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
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with LOCAL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the LOCAL for errors

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 LOCAL file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

Should it happed that the LOCAL is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the LOCAL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the LOCAL file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the LOCAL file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the LOCAL 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 LOCAL 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Delphi User-specific Project Options file.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open LOCAL files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Delphi User-specific Project Options files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle LOCAL files.

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