ODL File Issues: Why Your PC Won't Open ODL 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 ODL files.

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Common Error Messages

Error Message: The ODL 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 ODL File

This error is quite easy to solve. Simply right-click on the ODL file and select Visual C++ Type Library Source (Microsoft Corporation) or Object Definition Language from the dropdown list to create a default file type association. In future, it should automatically open in Visual C++ Type Library Source (Microsoft Corporation) or Object Definition Language that you selected.

Common ODL-Related Issues

Issue: You Don't Have Visual C++ Type Library Source (Microsoft Corporation) or Object Definition Language Installed

You can simply download Visual C++ Type Library Source (Microsoft Corporation) or Object Definition Language software. ODL uses Visual C++ Type Library Source (Microsoft Corporation) by default, but it is also compatible with Object Definition Language. If you have Object Definition Language installed, try make make one of these software packages your default file association for the ODL file type extension.

Issue: You Have Visual C++ Type Library Source (Microsoft Corporation) or Object Definition Language Installed, But It's Still Not Working

If you have Visual C++ Type Library Source (Microsoft Corporation) or Object Definition Language 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
Visual C++ Type Library Source (Microsoft Corporation) Interface Definition Language File
Object Definition Language Windows Programmer

Issue: You Can't Install Visual C++ Type Library Source (Microsoft Corporation) or Object Definition Language

If for some reason you can't or don't want to install Visual C++ Type Library Source (Microsoft Corporation) or Object Definition Language, you could also search online for free software that uses ODL 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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