PAL File Issues: Why Your PC Won't Open PAL Files

Few things are as frustrating as receiving a file that your computer refuses to open up. Understanding the reason why it won't work is the first step to finding a solution. Here are some of the most common error messages and issues when opening PAL files.

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Common Error Messages

Error Message: The PAL File is Corrupt

The only solution to a corrupt file, is to download a new copy, or to ask the sender to resend the file.

Error Message: Can't Find Software to Open the PAL File

This error is quite easy to solve. Simply right-click on the PAL file and select Unknown Apple II File, Command & Conquer File, or Compressed File from the dropdown list to create a default file type association. In future, it should automatically open in the software you selected.

Common PAL-Related Issues

Issue: You Don't Have Unknown Apple II File, Command & Conquer File, or Compressed File Installed

You can simply download Unknown Apple II File, Command & Conquer File, or Compressed File software. PAL uses Unknown Apple II File by default, but it is also compatible with Command & Conquer File, and Compressed File. If you have Unknown Apple II File, Command & Conquer File, or Compressed File installed, try make make one of these software packages your default file association for the PAL file type extension.

Issue: You Have Unknown Apple II File, Command & Conquer File, or Compressed File Installed, But It's Still Not Working

If you have Unknown Apple II File, Command & Conquer File, or Compressed File installed and you still can't open the file, you should get in touch with the software developers for further assistance. See our chart below for who to contact:

Software Developer
Unknown Apple II File found on Golden Orchard Apple II CD Rom
Command & Conquer File Westwood Studios
Compressed File Windows Programmer
Rise of Nations Campaign Media File Microsoft Corporation
Harvard Graphics Palette Harvard Graphics
ZX Spectrum-Emulator Windows Programmer
Dr. Halo Palette Microsoft Programmer
PDP-10 Program Assembly Language Compiler Source PDP-8 Code Cross-Compiled on a PDP-10
Tree Professional Palm Creator File Unknown
Lotus Freelance Windows Programmer
JASC Format Palette File Windows Programmer
PageMaker Library Palette Adobe Systems Incorporated
Color Palette Microsoft Corporation
Protos Process Model Pallas Athena
Personal Ancestral File Windows Programmer

Issue: You Can't Install Unknown Apple II File, Command & Conquer File, or Compressed File

If for some reason you can't or don't want to install Unknown Apple II File, Command & Conquer File, or Compressed File, you could also search online for free software that uses PAL files. But, as a word of caution, please be careful as many free software downloads are infected with malware or bundled with unwanted software.


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