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Basic information about COL file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension COL（*.COL or *.col）, 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 COL file yourself.

There are 15 file types using the COL file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the COL file with their brief description and a list of programs that support COL file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the COL file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the COL file?
  • How to open a COL file?
  • What programs do I need to open a COL file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a COL file?
  • How to convert COL files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to COL file format?


1.Detail information about COL file extension: Capture One Session File

File type Capture One Session File Category Data Files
Developer Phase One File format Binary
Description COL file is a Capture One Session File developed by Phase One. A COL file is a session file created by Capture One, a program used for managing digital photos. It stores an organized collection of photos selected by the user and supports folders and virtual albums. COL files are often used for organizing pictures from trips or photo shoots together.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files

Windows		 Phase One Capture One
AutoCAD

macOS		 Phase One Capture One


2.Detail information about COL file extension: Grand Theft Auto Collision File

File type Grand Theft Auto Collision File Category Game Files
Developer Rockstar Games File format N/A
Description COL file is a Grand Theft Auto Collision File developed by Rockstar Games.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files

Windows		 Rockstar Games Grand Theft Auto 3
Collision File Editor


3.Detail information about COL file extension: Autodesk Color Palette

File type Autodesk Color Palette Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a Autodesk Color Palette.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files

Windows		 AutoCAD


4.Detail information about COL file extension: Lotus Notes Import Column Description File

File type Lotus Notes Import Column Description File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a Lotus Notes Import Column Description File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files

Windows		 IBM Notes (Lotus Notes)


5.Detail information about COL file extension: Microsoft Multiplan Spreadsheet

File type Microsoft Multiplan Spreadsheet Category Spreadsheet Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a Microsoft Multiplan Spreadsheet.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files


6.Detail information about COL file extension: Bibexcel File

File type Bibexcel File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a Bibexcel File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files

Windows		 Bibexcel


7.Detail information about COL file extension: Embroidery Thread Color Format

File type Embroidery Thread Color Format Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a Embroidery Thread Color Format.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files


8.Detail information about COL file extension: Microsoft Movie Maker Collection File

File type Microsoft Movie Maker Collection File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a Microsoft Movie Maker Collection File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows


9.Detail information about COL file extension: MPEG Audio Collection File

File type MPEG Audio Collection File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a MPEG Audio Collection File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files

Windows		 MPEG Audio Collection


10.Detail information about COL file extension: SequoiaView Colour Template File

File type SequoiaView Colour Template File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a SequoiaView Colour Template File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files

Windows		 SequoiaView


11.Detail information about COL file extension: Phase One Session File

File type Phase One Session File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a Phase One Session File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files

Windows		 Capture One


12.Detail information about COL file extension: EA IFF Color Map File

File type EA IFF Color Map File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a EA IFF Color Map File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files


13.Detail information about COL file extension: HTML Help Collection File

File type HTML Help Collection File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a HTML Help Collection File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows 7


14.Detail information about COL file extension: Internet Color Wizard Color Scheme File

File type Internet Color Wizard Color Scheme File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a Internet Color Wizard Color Scheme File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files


15.Detail information about COL file extension: Technicolor Dream Picture Image

File type Technicolor Dream Picture Image Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description COL file is a Technicolor Dream Picture Image.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert COL files



Can't open a COL 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.COL”。

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 COL extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support COL 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 COL 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 COL file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a COL 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 COL file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the COL 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.