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Basic information about OLN file

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

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


1.Detail information about OLN file extension: Microsoft Visual C++ Outline Examples

File type Microsoft Visual C++ Outline Examples Category Misc Files
Developer Microsoft Corporation File format N/A
Description OLN file is a Microsoft Visual C++ Outline Examples developed by Microsoft Corporation. OLN filename suffix is mostly used for Microsoft Visual C++ Outline Examples files. Microsoft Visual C++ Outline Examples format was developed by Microsoft Corporation. OLN files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with OLN extension are categorized as Various Files files. The Various Files subset comprises 3591 various file formats. The software recommended for managing OLN files is Microsoft Visual Studio. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theMicrosoft Visual Studio software, but also about OLN and other supported file formats.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert OLN files

Windows		 Microsoft Visual Studio



Can't open a OLN 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.OLN”。

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 OLN extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the OLN 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.