PRL File Extension

What is PRL file?

PRL is a file extension commonly associated with Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Rough Leather Preset files. Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Rough Leather Preset format was developed by Corel Corporation. Files with PRL extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with PRL extension are categorized as Graphic Files files. The Graphic Files subset comprises 524 various file formats. Corel PaintShop Pro is by far the most used program for working with PRL files.

Programs which support PRL file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PRL files. PRL 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 PRL extension?

Problems with accessing PRL may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with PRL files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Corel PaintShop Pro

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PRL files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Corel PaintShop Pro developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support PRL files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Corel PaintShop Pro installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Corel PaintShop Pro and update if needed

If the problems with opening PRL files still occur even after installing Corel PaintShop Pro, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Corel PaintShop Pro is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Corel PaintShop Pro installed, it may not support PRL format. The latest version of Corel PaintShop Pro should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Corel PaintShop Pro to PRL files

If you have the latest version of Corel PaintShop Pro installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PRL on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the PRL file and choose 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 Corel PaintShop Pro is installed, check the Always use this app to open PRL files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the PRL file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Corel PaintShop Pro and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PRL extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the PRL for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the PRL file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

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

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

Did you receive the PRL 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. If the PRL file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

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 Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Rough Leather Preset file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Corel PaintShop Pro

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

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 Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Rough Leather Preset files. It may be the case that the PRL files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

Do you want to help?

If you have additional information about the PRL file, we will be grateful if you share it with our users. To do this, use the form here and send us your information on PRL file.