MSL File Description

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MSL File Summary

Eight known software programs (notably, Microsoft Notepad developed by Microsoft Corporation) are related to the MSL file extension. In addition, they are categorized under three distinct file types, but mainly identified as the Mapping Specification Language File format. The MSL File Extension are listed predominantly as Developer Files, while in other circumstances they can be Executable Files or Settings Files.

File Extension MSL is supported by Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. The main MSL file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

If you would like to learn more about MSL files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic MSL file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

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Types of MSL Files

  3 known file types use this extension

Dominant MSL File Type

.MSL
File ID:.msl
Type:Mapping Specification Language File

A developer file used by some programs developed using Microsoft's Entity Framework (a part of the .NET development tool suite). It gives a description of a mapping between conceptual data and the storage model. It provides an abstraction layer for enhanced flexibility between the application and the storage technology that underlies.

Author: Microsoft Corporation
File Category:Developer Files
Location: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.msl

Software Programs That Open The Mapping Specification Language File:


Microsoft Notepad by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac
Linux

Notepad++ by Don Ho

Windows
Mac
Linux

Vim by Bram Moolenaar

Windows
Mac
Linux
Unix
OS X El Capitan

gVim by Open Source

Windows

Apple TextEdit by Apple

Mac

Sublime Text by Sublime HQ Pty Ltd

Windows
Mac
Linux

Additional MSL Files

.MSL
File ID:.msl
Type:Magick Scripting Language File

A script coded for ImageMagick; an open source program used to convert and manipulate image files. It is written in MSL (Magick Scripting Language) an XML-based language.

Author: ImageMagick Studio LLC
File Category:Executable Files

Software Programs That Open Magick Scripting Language File Files:


ImageMagick by ImageMagick Studio LLC

Compatible with:

Windows
.MSL
File ID:.msl
Type:Miranda IM Smiley Definitions

The files stores settings for smilies in the Windows instant messaging client; Miranda IM.

Author: Miranda IM project
File Category:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open Miranda IM Smiley Definitions Files:


Miranda IM by Miranda IM project

Compatible with:

Windows

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MSL Usage


Primary OS Ranking

Windows 7 (48%)
Windows 10 (42%)
Windows 8.1 (5%)
Windows XP (2%)

Top Devices

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


Understanding MSL Issues


Common Problems Opening MSL Files

Microsoft Notepad Disappeared

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open MSL Files" when trying to open your MSL. If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Microsoft Notepad for %%os%% installed on your computer. The OS won't know what to do with your MSL file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens MSL files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


Incorrect Microsoft Notepad Version

It is possible that your version of Microsoft Notepad isn't able to open your Mapping Specification Language File file due to incompatibility. Visit the Microsoft Corporation website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Microsoft Notepad. This issue mainly occurs when your Mapping Specification Language File file was created by a newer version of Microsoft Notepad than you have on your PC.


Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your MSL file and clicking "Properties".


Primarily, problems experienced when opening MSL files are due to having the incorrect version of Microsoft Notepad installed on your computer.


Other MSL File Issues

Although you might already have Microsoft Notepad or another MSL-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening Mapping Specification Language File files. There can be other issues - unrelated to software - preventing you from opening MSL files. Problems unrelated to software:

  • MSL file type Registry entries are wrong
  • The MSL file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the MSL format
  • Your MSL can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Your MSL has adversely impacted by malware
  • Hardware associated with MSL has outdated drivers
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your Mapping Specification Language File file

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