SLG File Extension

What is SLG file?

Full format name of files that use SLG extension is Chromeleon Audit Trail. Chromeleon Audit Trail specification was created by Dionex Corporation. SLG file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. SLG file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Chromeleon is by far the most used program for working with SLG files. On the official website of Dionex Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theChromeleon software, but also about SLG and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SLG file extension

The following listing features SLG-compatible programs. SLG 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 SLG extension?

Being unable to open files with SLG extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with SLG 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. Get the Chromeleon

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening SLG files is that no program that can handle SLG files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Chromeleon 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. If you want to download Chromeleon installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Dionex Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Chromeleon to the latest version

If you already have Chromeleon installed on your systems and SLG files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Chromeleon installed, it may not support SLG format. The latest version of Chromeleon should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open SLG files to Chromeleon

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the SLG 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
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Chromeleon installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open SLG files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected SLG file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with SLG extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the SLG 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 SLG file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

Should it happed that the SLG is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. SLG file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the SLG file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with SLG extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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 Chromeleon Audit Trail file.

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

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Chromeleon Audit Trail files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with SLG files affecting older versions of given software.

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