MCL File Extension

MCL file extension is created by Microsoft, also known as Windows Media Center Link File. MCL has been classified as Settings Files. This file is saved in an XML structure and its contents can be viewed in a Text Editor. You can open MCL files in Microsoft Windows Media Center program.

Windows Media Center Link File Type

Windows Media Center Link File Type

Extension	.mcl
Developer	Microsoft
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 5.0 (22 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	mime-type/not.available
Default Program	Microsoft Windows Media Center
Category	Settings Files
Format	XML
Updated	12/1/2024

What is a MCL File Type?

Although MCL files are commonly used during the application development process, they are not recommended for installation and launching of applications.

The MCL files are opened by the WMC host, which is a program called ehshell.exe. It is stored in an XML format.

Free online MCL Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .MCL (Windows Media Center Link File) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to MCL, merge, split and compare the MCL files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

MCL Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Windows Media Center Link File .MCL File Extensions while opening the .MCL files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open MCL Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Windows Media Center Link File on your system such as Microsoft Windows Media Center.
2. Associate default Microsoft Microsoft Windows Media Center program for *.mcl (Windows Media Center Link File) files.
   
   

   Associate MCL Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.MCL (e.g example.mcl) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Microsoft Microsoft Windows Media Center program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .mcl files.
   
   

Related MCL File Extensions

MCL default file extension is .MCL and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for MCL File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the MCL files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Open MCL File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	Microsoft Windows Media Center 000 for Windows	Included with OS	Microsoft

Open MCL File on Mac OS

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Open MCL file on Linux

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Open MCL file on Web

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Open MCL file on iOS

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Open MCL file on Android

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About Licensing

1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
3. Free⁺ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

About MCL - Windows Media Center Link File

Updated 12/1/2024

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