ZSL File Extension

What is ZSL file?

ZSL is a file extension commonly associated with ZBrush Saved Spotlight Format files. ZSL file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with ZSL extension are categorized as 3D Image Files files. The 3D Image Files subset comprises 622 various file formats. The most popular software that supports ZSL files is ZBrush. On the official website of Pixologic, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theZBrush software, but also about ZSL and other supported file formats.

Programs which support ZSL file extension

Programs that can handle ZSL files are as follows. ZSL files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 10/26/2020

How to open file with ZSL extension?

Problems with accessing ZSL may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with ZSL files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with ZSL files.

Step 1. Get the ZBrush

Problems with opening and working with ZSL files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ZSL files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download ZBrush and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support ZSL files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading ZBrush installed is by going to developer’s website (Pixologic, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of ZBrush and update if needed

If you already have ZBrush installed on your systems and ZSL 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. This can be one of the causes why ZSL files are not compatible with ZBrush. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using ZBrush.

Step 3. Assign ZBrush to ZSL files

If you have the latest version of ZBrush installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage ZSL on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the ZSL file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where ZBrush is installed, check the Always use this app to open ZSL files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the ZSL file and select 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
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with ZSL extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the ZSL is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the ZSL file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the ZSL in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the ZSL is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the ZSL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the ZSL file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the ZSL file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 ZSL extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the ZBrush Saved Spotlight Format file.

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

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

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

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

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