Opening DL_ Files

The DL_ file type is primarily associated with Windows Makecab.

DL_	File extension: DL_
	File type:	archived file

What is a DL_ file

DL_ files mostly belong to Windows Makecab by Microsoft. DL_ is a file extension representing a compressed DLL file.

Main Usage: DL_ files are commonly used to reduce the file size of other software that rely on DLL libraries, allowing software to use less disk space and more easily fit on physical storage mediums such as CDs or DVDs. DL_ files are generally not intended for direct consumer use, and will be decompressed by the installer software when needed. DL_ files may also be used to make a backup of the DLL file, taking up less space due to the compression. Upon extraction, a DLL file will be created.
Creating a DL_ File: A DL_ file can be created in the command line on a Windows machine using the command "makecab filename.dll". The original DLL file can be retrieved in the command line from a DL_ file using the command "expand filename.dl_ filename.dll".
Support: As Makecab is a Windows utility, it is available on any Windows machine. Third-party programs exist on other popular operating systems for extracting and creating DL_ files.

How do you open DL_ files?

You need a suitable software like Windows Makecab to open a DL_ file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your DL_ file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a DL_ file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Programs that open and convert DL_ files:

Windows Makecab by Microsoft
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. DL_ files are often referred to as Windows Makecab compresseds because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
The Land Of UM (internal working data file) by Greygum
Land of UM is an educational software developed by Greygum. This program covers a wide range of difficulties to suit all age groups. DL_ is a file format that stores various miscellaneous data for internal working of the program. This file format is classified as Misc. Related links: Land of UM features

DL_ file extension format:

A file format defines how the data in the file is structured. The first characters in a file identify the file format, for example, HTML files start with the bytes <html>. If the file extension or signature does not match the file format, errors will occur when opening or editing the file. If there are problems opening a file, you must first determine the file format used. Our analysis of the DL_ files produces the following result:

The DL_ file extension is not common and includes different formats for the applicable programs. The two most popular formats are as follows:

60% of all DL_ files have the same signature SZDD. These files are binary files, so they do not contain text, but only cryptic characters. DL_ files can be up to 2 MB in size, but are often around 11 KB - 1 MB. The file type is very old and rarely used today. The files contain the following words: SZDD, !Thi, s progra, be run, in DOS m, m cannot and ode. These files are often associated with nvapi.
25% of all DL_ files use the popular CAP file format. CAP files are compressed archives. The first bytes (the signature) are 'MSCF' (short for MicroSoft Cabinet File). The contents of these files cannot be read by a human; only a computer program can interpret the data. The average file size is 64 KB with most files being between 4 KB and 300 KB in size. The files contain the following words: MSCF. Examples of file names are HAL.DL_.

All other DL_ files (15%) have no consistent format. If you want to find out which format your DL_ file belongs to, just click on the button "Choose your .dl_ file to analyze".

Technical Data for DL_ File Extension

File classification:

Compressed

Related files:

dl, ex_, dl_bin, ch_, oc_, dll, ex, nl, hlp, inf, zip, txt, jpg, dmp, bin

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: exefile
EXEFile: %1 %*

a dl_ archived file is a special file format by Microsoft and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with DL_ files

Associate the DL_ file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open archived files. Because only the current version supports the latest DL_ file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Microsoft manufacturer website after an available Windows Makecab update.
To make sure that your DL_ file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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