VLCL File – What is .vlcl file and how to open it?

Definition and Characteristics

A VLCL file, also known as a VMware Localization File, is a data file used by VMware products to facilitate the translation and localization of user interfaces. It contains strings of text and related metadata that define the on-screen text, buttons, menus, and other interface elements in a specific language. VLCL files are typically generated during the translation process and are used to ensure that the user interface of a VMware product is consistent and accurate across different languages.

Functionality and Structure

VLCL files are structured using an XML-based format and consist of a collection of language elements. Each language element contains a key that identifies the text string, a value that represents the localized translation, and optional attributes that specify additional contextual information, such as the target platform, locale, or author. By storing the localized text strings in a separate VLCL file, VMware ensures that the user interface can be easily updated and modified for different languages, without modifying the core codebase of the product.

Opening VLCL Files

VMware Localization Files (.VLCL) store language packs for VMware products, allowing them to be localized into different languages. To open a VLCL file, you’ll need to use a VMware product that supports localization. This includes VMware Workstation, VMware Fusion, and VMware vSphere. Once you have a compatible VMware product installed, you can follow these steps to open a VLCL file:

1. Launch the VMware product.
2. Click the “File” menu and select “Open Localization File.”
3. Navigate to the location of the VLCL file and select it.
4. Click the “Open” button.

The VLCL file will be loaded into the VMware product and will be used to localize the interface into the specified language. You can change the language of the VMware product by selecting a different VLCL file from the “File” menu.

Additional Notes

• Some VLCL files may be compressed using the GZIP compression format. If you encounter a VLCL file that is compressed, you will need to decompress it before you can open it in a VMware product.
• If you are having trouble opening a VLCL file, you can try contacting VMware support for assistance.

Definition and Usage of VLCL Files

A VLCL file (VMware Localization File) is an XML-based file used by VMware products to store language translations for user interfaces and documentation. It contains localized text strings, such as menu items, button labels, and error messages, in various languages. VLCL files are crucial for providing a localized user experience for global users.

Technical Details of VLCL Files

VLCL files adhere to a specific XML schema that defines the structure and content of the file. They contain a root element named “vmwl” that encloses language-specific elements, each representing a particular language. Within each language element, there are key-value pairs where the keys are the original text strings and the values are the translated text strings. VLCL files also include metadata, such as the language code and version, to ensure proper handling by VMware products. By leveraging XML technology, VLCL files provide a flexible and extensible framework for managing multilingual content within VMware environments.

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