Could not place .asl because no parser or file format can open the file.

[jasonc57264966]

I seem to continue running into issues when trying to load presets. 

I've downloaded a number of presets from reputable sources but every time I try to load them, I run into some sort of error. Most recently is the error mentioned in the subject.

• I've tried going to Edit>Presets>Preset Manager but the only dropdowns I get are Contours and Tools. 
• I've tried dragging the file over and the error above is shown. 
• I've also tried to move the files over to the Preset folders in the Adobe library folder and that does not seem to do the trick. 

Please help. 

[jasonc57264966 · Accepted solution]

Found a somewhat related post that suggested I drag the file into the app icon, which seems to do the trick!

[misaelm78187443]

Hi I'm an issue with brushes. I can't seem to be able to add or open any brushes

[PECourtejoie]

Hello, there is a maximum amount of brushes that can be loaded, maybe you have reached the limit...

[Sally5FF3]

Hi, quick question?  Can you clarify 'app icon'?  

I'm fairly new to Adobe, and am having the same issue with a purchased .asl file that I can't seem to 'get into Photoshop'.  I get the same error message as you did above.

Driving me nuts, any help gratefully appreciated

[PECourtejoie]

I think it imeans the icon you click on to start Photoshop.

[Sally5FF3]

Thanks for the response.  Neither.  My Photoshop is a new acquisition, and I only have the brushes that came with the system.  Dragging the file to the icon doesn't work either.  

I'll keep digging and reading - there must be a fix somewhere. 

[Sarah Posey Creative]

I'm having the same problem - ever find a fix?

[PECourtejoie]

Hi, Sally, some of the shortcuts do not wrk the same way, I think that the ones from the Windows Taskbar might behave differently from those in the start menu.

[Bgraphiczgrl · Accepted solution]

I'm using Photoshop 2025 and dragging the preset to the app Icon in my dock worked for me. Thank you!