Opening previously saved XLF file, application freezes - on Loading Canvas

Question

When opening an existing XLF file, as the application is "Loading Canvas", the application locks up.  Have tried closing application and restarting, but cannot get Xcelsius to open the canvas.

Answer 1

Some plug-ins and effects often take a lot just to render depending on what you're using, it's often taxing. What I would recommend is either turning off the "eye" or visibility before saving on any taxing effects that may slow the computer, or reducing the preview quality to a lower setting (Quarter for maximum save) before you save and exit. That way, when you open it up again, you can just turn on the eye to see your effects one at a time without AE loading it all up at once. Turn them on, render it out, and you shouldn't have an issue.
If the memory isn't the issue, then it could be a variety of things. If it's a corruption issue, then it's well worth the effort to fix and prevent it from happening to the rest of  your projects. I'm afraid I can't say much for "rescuing" your AE files, only preventing or narrowing down the problems. AE programs freezing is sadly vague issue and could be anything. I wish you good luck!
-Gunsang