Basic information about DXL file

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

There are 4 file types using the DXL file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DXL file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DXL file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DXL file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DXL file?
  • How to open a DXL file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DXL file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DXL file?
  • How to convert DXL files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DXL file format?


1.Detail information about DXL file extension: Rational DOORS Script

File type Rational DOORS Script Category Executable Files
Developer IBM File format Text
Description DXL file is a Rational DOORS Script developed by IBM. Script written in the Rational DOORS Extension Language (DXL), a programming language written to automate and extend the functionality of Rational DOORS; uses syntax similar to the C or C++ languages; can be edited with any text editor or with the DXL Interaction window in Rational DOORS (Tools → Edit DXL).
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DXL files

Windows		 IBM Rational DOORS
Microsoft Notepad
Other text editor


2.Detail information about DXL file extension: Domino XML Language File

File type Domino XML Language File Category Database Files
Developer IBM File format XML
Description DXL file is a Domino XML Language File developed by IBM.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DXL files

Windows		 IBM Domino
IBM Lotus Domino Designer
Microsoft XML Notepad
Microsoft Notepad
gVim
Other text editor

macOS
 IBM Lotus Domino Designer

Linux		 IBM Domino
IBM Lotus Domino Designer
Vim
Other text editor


3.Detail information about DXL file extension: Dapyx MP3 Explorer Data

File type Dapyx MP3 Explorer Data Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DXL file is a Dapyx MP3 Explorer Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DXL files

Windows		 Dapyx MP3 Explorer


4.Detail information about DXL file extension: Duxbury Braille Translator Label File

File type Duxbury Braille Translator Label File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DXL file is a Duxbury Braille Translator Label File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DXL files



Can't open a DXL 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.DXL”。

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 DXL extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the DXL 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.