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Basic information about XRL file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension XRL（*.XRL or *.xrl）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the XRL file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the XRL file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the XRL file with their brief description and a list of programs that support XRL file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the XRL file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the XRL file?
  • How to open a XRL file?
  • What programs do I need to open a XRL file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a XRL file?
  • How to convert XRL files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to XRL file format?


1.Detail information about XRL file extension: PowerDesigner Report

File type PowerDesigner Report Category Misc Files
Developer Sybase Inc. File format N/A
Description XRL file is a PowerDesigner Report developed by Sybase Inc.. XRL filename suffix is mostly used for PowerDesigner Report files. PowerDesigner Report specification was created by Sybase Inc.. XRL files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. The most popular software that supports XRL files is PowerDesigner. PowerDesigner software was developed by Sybase Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about XRL files or the PowerDesigner software program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert XRL files

Windows		 PowerDesigner



How to convert another files to XRL file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for another files to XRL file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to XRL conversion, you may use the option.

PDM to XRL


Can't open a XRL file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.XRL”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the XRL extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support XRL file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of XRL files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a XRL file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a XRL file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a XRL file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the XRL file is damaged.
  • Whether the XRL file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the XRL file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the XRL file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the XRL file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a XRL file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a XRL file.

If the XRL file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.