MOL File Type
- The quick factsWhat are MOL files and how to open them
Are you having problems opening a MOL file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.
What is a MOL file?
A .MOL file is a MOdule (play)List file.
We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.
How to open MOL files
Important: Different programs may use files with the MOL file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your MOL file is, you may need to try a few different programs.
While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 10 different MOL openers which you will find listed below.
Last updated: September 29, 2021
Suggest another file format using extension MOL
While we know of one file format using the .MOL file extension, there may be more. It is widespread that different programs use files with the same file extension for very different types of data. Please let us know if you are aware of a different kind of .MOL file.
Various apps that use files with this extension
These apps are known to open certain types of MOL files. Remember, different programs may use MOL files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.
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