Types of GLO Files

Primary GLO File Association

.GLO

Formatting:	.glo
Group:	RoboHelp Glossary File

The GLO file extension may refer to a data file that is associated with the help documentation authoring program called RoboHelp. RoboHelp is one of Adobe Systems products. The GLO file stores glossary terms to be used in the help documentation. It is a part of the RoboHelp project and it is possible to be compiled into the final help documentation.

Author:	Adobe Systems Incorporated
Group:	Data Files
Subkey:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.glo

Software Programs That Open The RoboHelp Glossary File:

Adobe RoboHelp by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Windows

Mac

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Sources of GLO Problems

Troubles Opening GLO Files

Missing Adobe RoboHelp

When trying to open your GLO file, you get the error "Can't Open GLO File Type". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Adobe RoboHelp for %%os%% installed on your computer. The typical path of opening your GLO with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.

Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your GLO, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").

Outdated Adobe RoboHelp

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Adobe RoboHelp installed that's incompatible with your RoboHelp Glossary File type. Visit the Adobe Systems Incorporated website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Adobe RoboHelp. The primary cause of this problem is that your RoboHelp Glossary File file was created by a different (newer) version of Adobe RoboHelp than what's installed.

Tip: If you right-click on your GLO file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.

Conclusion: The majority of GLO file opening issues are due to not having the correct Adobe RoboHelp version installed.

Other GLO File Issues

Errors opening RoboHelp Glossary File files can still occur even with the latest Adobe RoboHelp software installed on your computer. Other GLO opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Issues that aren't software-related:

• GLO file references in the Windows Registry are broken
• The GLO file description within the Windows Registry was removed
• Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the GLO format
• Your GLO file is corrupted (issues with your RoboHelp Glossary File file itself)
• GLO file integrity has been compromised by malware
• Drivers associated with GLO software need to be updated
• Insufficient system resources to successfully open RoboHelp Glossary File files