Files with .localized extension support localization on Mac OS. These hidden, blank files tell Mac OS to show directory names in localized languages. While .localized files can be opened in text edito...
Files with .localized extension support localization on Mac OS. These hidden, blank files tell Mac OS to show directory names in localized languages. While .localized files can be opened in text editors, they contain no data. Editing or deleting them may cause Mac OS to display directories incorrectly.
Below is a table listing programs supporting .localized files. Files with .localized suffix can be copied across devices and platforms, but may not open properly on all systems.
Mac OS X supports .localized files. However, .localized files are not meant to be opened. They allow Mac OS to handle localization properly. Useful software and tips are provided below on handling .localized files without issues.
Select and install software supporting .localized files from the list. Then associate .localized files with this software. Right click on a .localized file, choose “Open with” and select the appropriate program. Taking these steps allows proper handling of .localized files.
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