File extension .COL
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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Autodesk Colour Palette | Phase One | Data Files |
The .COL file extension is an image file associated with Capture One, a professional image editing software application used mainly in digital photography. Developed by Phase One, the program allows users to effectively capture, edit and organize their images. The.COL file type is specifically used to store Workspace Preferences, including styling adjustments made across a range of images from a particular session.
The.COL file is saved in a unique format that denotes all of the relevant imaging information from the session. This includes the size of the images, the color management, the histogram settings, the applied styles and any cropping or rotation information that was applied to the original captures.This allows users to save their Workspace settings and quickly apply them to other images even when away from Capture One.
Similar File Extensions
Some other file extensions associated with Capture One that are similar include.COSET (.Setting) for Spot Removal Settings,.COPAR (.Parameter File) for Parameter Files,.COLN (.Collection) and.CTOC (.Table of Contents). These files should all be stored together as an organised set when working with multiple images.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .COL) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .COL extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .COL file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .COL extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .COL extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .COL file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .COL file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .COL file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .COL file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .COL file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines

Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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