XML-LOG File Extension

What is XML-LOG file?

Full format name of files that use XML-LOG extension is XML Log Format. XML-LOG files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. XML-LOG file belongs to the Developer Files category just like 1205 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling XML-LOG files is Sublime Text, but users can choose among 7 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Sublime HQ Pty Ltd developer not only will you find detailed information about theSublime Text software, but also about XML-LOG and other supported file formats.

Programs which support XML-LOG file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open XML-LOG files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. Files with XML-LOG extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 05/18/2020

How to open file with XML-LOG extension?

Problems with accessing XML-LOG may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to XML Log Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with XML-LOG files.

Step 1. Get the Sublime Text

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening XML-LOG files is that no program that can handle XML-LOG files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select Sublime Text or one of the recommended programs (for example, PSPad, NotePad++ text editor, Atom) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. 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 Sublime Text installed is by going to developer’s website (Sublime HQ Pty Ltd) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Sublime Text to the latest version

You still cannot access XML-LOG files although Sublime Text 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. The reason that Sublime Text cannot handle files with XML-LOG may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Sublime Text.

Step 3. Set the default application to open XML-LOG files to Sublime Text

After installing Sublime Text (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open XML-LOG files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the XML-LOG 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 Sublime Text installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open XML-LOG files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with XML-LOG 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....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with XML-LOG extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the XML-LOG is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the XML-LOG file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the XML-LOG in question is not infected with a computer virus

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

2. Verify that the XML-LOG file’s structure is intact

If the XML-LOG file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with XML-LOG extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

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

4. Check whether your system can handle Sublime Text

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with XML Log Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle XML-LOG files.

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