Kinds of CEL Files

Primary CEL File Association

.CEL

File Ext:	.cel
Group:	Affymetrix Probe Results File

The CEL file is a data file primarily generated by Affymetrix DNA, a software program for analyzing microarray images. The file consists of some kind of "probes" data and one can process it with the help of software algorithms and visualize it on a two-dimensional grid.

Created by:	Affymetrix
Kind:	Data Files
Subkey:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.cel

Software Programs That Open The Affymetrix Probe Results File:

The MathWorks MATLAB by MathWorks

Windows

Mac

Linux

GenStat by VSN International Ltd

Windows

dChip by Cheng Li Lab

Windows

multi-affy-py by Open Source

Windows

Mac

Linux

Alternative CEL Types

.CEL

File Ext:	.cel
Group:	Celestia Script File

This Script file is mostly used by Celestia, which is an application mainly used to generate 3-Dimensional animated space tours. It is set out using a particular Celestia syntax in addition to commands that move the visual outlook all over the globe.

Created by:	Open Source
Kind:	Executable Files

Software Programs That Open Celestia Script File Files:

Microsoft Notepad by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

Mac

Linux

GNU Emacs by GNU Project

Compatible with:

Windows

Mac

	Linux
	GNU

Apple TextEdit by Apple

Compatible with:

Mac

Celestia by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows

Mac

Linux

.CEL

File Ext:	.cel
Group:	Audition Loop

This type of audio file is primarily linked with Adobe Audition, a software application used to produce audio. First, an original MP3 file is modified by the Adobe Audition software making it right for looping then saved by the CEL file as an audio loop.

Created by:	Adobe Systems Incorporated
Kind:	Audio Files

Software Programs That Open Audition Loop Files:

Adobe Audition by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Compatible with:

Windows

Mac

.CEL

File Ext:	.cel
Group:	Battery 3 Drum Cell File

This file format is primarily used by a program known as Battery 3, used for creating sounds and drum rhythms. The file consists of some specific drum sound and is used in the modification of drum samples, adding effects like compression, tone, or reverb.

Created by:	Native Instruments
Kind:	Data Files

Software Programs That Open Battery 3 Drum Cell File Files:

Battery 4 by Native Instruments

Compatible with:

Windows

Mac

.CEL

File Ext:	.cel
Group:	MicroStation Cell Library

The CEL file is a cell library generated by a CAD software application referred to as MicroStation that helps in the creation of two and three-dimensional design drafts. The file acts as a storage for an object's draft information such as symbols and geometry.

Created by:	Bentley Systems
Kind:	CAD Files

Software Programs That Open MicroStation Cell Library Files:

MicroStation by Bentley Systems

Compatible with:

Windows

AutoVue by Oracle Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

.CEL

File Ext:	.cel
Group:	FLIC Animation File

This file is generated in FLIC format and related with animations. It is designed for storing a sequence of frames and the modifications between frames. .FLI or .FLC extensions are generally used. CEL files are used to store video and audio data.

Created by:	Apple
Kind:	Video Files

Software Programs That Open FLIC Animation File Files:

Apple QuickTime Player by Apple

Compatible with:

Windows

Mac

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CEL Troubleshooting

Typical CEL Opening Challenges

The MathWorks MATLAB Disappeared

You attempt to load your CEL file and get an error such as "- Can't Open The CEL File Extension". Generally, this is experienced in - because The MathWorks MATLAB isn't installed on your PC. You won't be able to double-click to open your CEL because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.

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

Outdated The MathWorks MATLAB

It is possible that your version of The MathWorks MATLAB isn't able to open your Affymetrix Probe Results File file due to incompatibility. Installing the latest version of The MathWorks MATLAB from MathWorks is recommended. Most of the time your Affymetrix Probe Results File file was created by a newer The MathWorks MATLAB than what you have installed.

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

Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening CEL files are due to having the wrong version of The MathWorks MATLAB installed.

Additional CEL Opening Issues

Errors opening Affymetrix Probe Results File files can still occur even with the latest The MathWorks MATLAB software installed on your computer. If you are still having problems opening CEL files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. Other contributing causes:

• File references in the Windows Registry for CEL are wrong
• Corruption of the CEL file description inside the Registry
• Corrupt install of The MathWorks MATLAB or other CEL-related program
• Your CEL file is corrupted (issues with your Affymetrix Probe Results File file itself)
• Malware-tainted CEL file can't be opened
• Device drivers of the hardware associated with your CEL file are corrupt or out-of-date
• Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Affymetrix Probe Results File file