Opening INF_LOC Files

The INF_LOC file type is primarily associated with Windows Setup.

INF_LOC	File extension: INF_LOC
	File type:	configuration file

What is an INF_LOC file?

INF_LOC files mostly belong to Windows Setup.

INF_LOC files are internal configuration files used by Microsoft Windows Setup. They serve to store localized text strings for INF files. These textual resources allow Windows to display installation messages and setup instructions in different languages. The files are encoded in UTF-16 (LE), which supports many international characters.

Purpose: They provide language-specific text for Windows setup and configuration.
Encoding: UTF-16 (LE) is used to ensure proper display of non-ASCII characters.
Usage: They are handled internally by the operating system during installation, rather than being user-modifiable.

FilExt.com tip: If you need to view an INF_LOC file, open it with a text editor that supports UTF-16 (LE), such as Notepad++ or Wordpad.

How to open an INF_LOC file

You need a suitable software like Windows Setup to open an INF_LOC 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 INF_LOC file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a INF_LOC 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 INF_LOC files:

Windows Setup
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. INF_LOC files are often referred to as Windows Setup settings because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Microsoft Windows Setup
*.INF_LOC files store localized strings for INF files (setup information files used by Microsoft Windows). These files use UTF-16 Little Endian encoding and are essential for displaying setup information in different languages during the Windows installation process. They contain translated text for various elements of the installation, ensuring a localized user experience. This file format is classified as Localization Files.

Technical Data for INF_LOC File Extension

File classification:

Settings

Mime type:

application/inf

an inf_loc configuration file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with INF_LOC files

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