ULI File Extension

What is ULI file?

Full format name of files that use ULI extension is Microsoft Office Data Format. ULI file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with ULI extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports ULI files is Microsoft Office. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theMicrosoft Office software, but also about ULI and other supported file formats.

Programs which support ULI file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support ULI files. Files with ULI suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 01/31/2020

How to open file with ULI extension?

Problems with accessing ULI may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with ULI 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 Microsoft Office

Problems with opening and working with ULI files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ULI files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Microsoft Office 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 Microsoft Office installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Microsoft Office

You still cannot access ULI files although Microsoft Office 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 Microsoft Office installed, it may not support ULI format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Office.

Step 3. Associate Microsoft Office Data Format files with Microsoft Office

After installing Microsoft Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open ULI files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the ULI file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Microsoft Office is installed, check the Always use this app to open ULI files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with ULI extension, select 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....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with ULI extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the ULI for errors

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

1. Check the ULI file for viruses or malware

If the ULI is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the ULI file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. ULI file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

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

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 Microsoft Office

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Microsoft Office Data Format 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 ULI files.

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