3 steps to open file with TPL extension
Usually solving problems with TPL file is simple – just install proper software and open the file. Read the guide and open TPL file now!
TPL File Extension
- File type Document Template
- File developer N/A
- File category Misc Files
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What is a(n) TPL file?
The TPL (Document Template) file format is a text document format used to store data such as text, images, charts, and other graphical elements. It was initially developed by Corel Corporation for use in their products, but has since been adopted by other software programs as well. It is compatible with major applications such as Word, Excel and Access, as well as some web browsers. It stores data in a structured format that allows for easy navigation and editing.
TPL files are often used to create documents, presentations, and other similar projects. They enable users to quickly insert different elements into a pre-defined layout, which eliminates the need for manual formatting. They also make it much easier to change the look of the document without having to redo all the formatting again by hand.
How to open TPL file?
There could be multiple reasons for which the system does not support given file. In the case of TPL extension, it is probable that none of the installed programs support given file type. Therefore, user should undertake the following steps
Step 1: Install a program that supports TPL files
If an application that supports TPL files is installed on user’s system, but is not used to open such files by default, right-click on the file icon and choose "Open with" option from the menu. Next, select the proper application and check the "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files" box. The system will store this information in its registry and use the selected program to open files with TPL extension by default.
Hint for Mac OS users
For Mac OS users the procedure is analogous – open the file menu by right-clicking on the TPL file and choose "Information" option and select "Open with program" option. From the submenu select an application and click on "Change all" button.
Step 2: Find and download proper software
Inability to open TPL files may also be related to the lack of any application that supports given file being installed on the system. Should that be the case, user needs to download and install one of the following applications. Once installed, the system will automatically associate newly installed application with TPL files. If this step fails, see step 1.
Programs that support files with TPL extension
Step 3: Check the TPL file for errors
Sometimes, although relatively rarely, steps 1 and 2 might not lead to expected results. There can be several reasons for such situation to occur:
- TPL file has been downloaded from the internet but for some reason it is incomplete. In such case the file should be re-downloaded and opened again.
- Structure of given TPL file could be corrupted and as such the program is not able to open the file
- Storage medium on which the file was stored is damaged
- It is important to ascertain that the icon representing given file is not a shortcut a related TPL file no longer present in the location to which the shortcut points
- If the user account has restricted access privileges it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert
