What is the COL File Extension?

Author:   |   Amended: November 26, 2018

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COL File Summary

There are eight file types associated with the COL File Extension, with the most widely-observed being the Bibexcel File format. According to our database, ten distinct software programs (conventionally, BibExcel developed by Open Source) will enable you to view these files. Generally, these files are considered Data Files, but they can also be Game Files or Settings Files.

File Extension COL is supported by Windows, Mac, and iOS operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

Although there is a lot more to know about COL files, those are the most important details of these types of files. If you are having trouble opening these files, or would like more detailed information, please see our comprehensive information below.

Low
Popularity
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Standing

/ 11690

Active

Importance

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2018

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Known COL Files

  8 known file types use this extension

Primary COL File Association

.COL
Formatting:.col
File Type:Bibexcel File

The file contains different data used for the internal functions of the Bibexcel; a Microsoft Windows tool used for analyzing bibliographic data.

Programmer: Open Source
Function:Data Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.col

Software Programs That Open The Bibexcel File:


BibExcel by Open Source

Windows

More COL Files

.COL
Formatting:.col
File Type:Capture One Session File
.COL
Formatting:.col
File Type:Grand Theft Auto III Collision File
.COL
Formatting:.col
File Type:Autodesk Color Palette
.COL
Formatting:.col
File Type:Lotus Notes Import Column Description File
.COL
Formatting:.col
File Type:Microsoft Multiplan Spreadsheet
.COL
Formatting:.col
File Type:Microsoft Movie Maker Collection File
.COL
Formatting:.col
File Type:MPEG Audio Collection File

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COL Demand


Popular OSes

WindowsMacintoshLinuxChromeOtherWindows: 97%Macintosh: 2%Linux: 1%Chrome: 0%Other: 0%
Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)

Primary Browsers

ChromeFirefoxInternet ExplorerEdgeSafariChrome: 64%Firefox: 12%Internet Explorer: 10%Edge: 9%Safari: 4%
Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Troubleshoot COL Files


Common Problems Opening COL Files

BibExcel Disappeared

When trying to open your COL file, you get the error "Can't Open COL File Type". Usually, this is because you do not have BibExcel for - installed. This will prevent you from double-clicking to open the COL file because the OS doesn’t know how to handle it.


Tip: When another COL application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.


BibExcel is Out-of-Date

In other instances, your Bibexcel File file version may not be supported by your version of BibExcel. Installing the latest version of BibExcel from Open Source is recommended. This problem is predominately due to having a Bibexcel File file version that was created by a newer version of BibExcel than what you have installed on your PC.


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


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


Other COL File Opening Causes

Even with the correct version of BibExcel installed, you can still experience difficulties opening COLs. There can be external issues inside of - that are causing these errors when opening COLs. Additional factors include:

  • Windows Registry COL file paths that are incorrect
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry COL description
  • BibExcel or another COL application experienced a flawed installation
  • Your COL file is corrupted (issues with your Bibexcel File file itself)
  • COL file integrity has been compromised by malware
  • Drivers associated with COL software need to be updated
  • Insufficient system resources to successfully open Bibexcel File files

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