sl.exe: which program is it?
sl.exe is a program file that 2 Windows programs install, the best known being sl. The list below names each one with its publisher and install folder.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
 sl | sl | 6.1.5 | — |
| sapling | — | 0.2.20260929.102736.288e0c2d | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is sl.exe safe?
sl.exe is a normal part of sl when it sits in the program's install folder and carries the publisher's digital signature. A file with the same name in another folder can be something else: check its signature and hash.
Where is sl.exe located?
In the program's install folder, which the installer chooses; winget puts portable programs under %LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\WinGet\Packages.
How do I remove sl.exe?
Uninstall sl through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes sl.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.