Types of DYLIB Files

Chief DYLIB Description

.DYLIB

File Name:	.dylib
Type:	Mach-O Dynamic Library

DYLIB file is a library file contains declarations and functions referenced by a Mac OS X application. It loaded dynamically by various programs when needed, which allows for efficient use of memory.

Author:	Apple
File Category:	Developer Files
Location:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.dylib

Software Programs That Open The Mach-O Dynamic Library:

Apple Xcode by Apple

	Mac
	iOS

OS X El Capitan

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DYLIB File Complications

Common Problems Opening DYLIB Files

Missing Apple Xcode

When trying to open your DYLIB file, you get the error "Can't Open DYLIB File Type". When this happens, it is commonly due to Apple Xcode missing in %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your DYLIB with Apple Xcode, so double-clicking the file won't work.

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

Outdated Apple Xcode

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Apple Xcode installed that's incompatible with your Mach-O Dynamic Library type. Installing the latest version of Apple Xcode from Apple is recommended. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.

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

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

Other Causes of DYLIB File Opening Problems

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Apple Xcode will resolve your issue. Other DYLIB opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Problems unrelated to software:

• Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for DYLIB
• The DYLIB file description within the Windows Registry was removed
• Partial installation of Apple Xcode that did not fully complete
• File corruption affecting your DYLIB file
• The DYLIB is infected with a virus
• Device drivers of the hardware associated with your DYLIB file are corrupt or out-of-date
• Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Mach-O Dynamic Library file