Tips to open BCB file
Can't open the BCB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open BCB files as well as a list of programs that support BCB files.
BCB file extension
| File Name |
Borland C++ Builder |
| File Developer |
Embarcadero Technologies, Inc. |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The BCB file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the BCB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the BCB file on each system platform.
What is BCB file?
The file in the BCB format belongs to the Misc Files category. The author of this format is Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.. In addition to this file, the Misc Files category includes 6033 related files. Borland C++ Builder is most often found on 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The main program that supports this format is C++ Builder. This was created by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc..
How to open BCB file?
An often recurring problem with Borland C++ Builder is that BCB is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open BCB, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the BCB file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install C++ Builder
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that C++ Builder is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name C++ Builder into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file BCB with C++ Builder. Below is a list of programs that support the file BCB.
Programs to open BCB file
Remember to download programs supporting BCB files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of C++ Builder with BCB files
If, despite the installed application, the BCB file does not start in the C++ Builder application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the BCB file with the C++ Builder program.
Step 3. Update C++ Builder to the latest version
If, however, after binding C++ Builder with Borland C++ Builder there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the Embarcadero Technologies, Inc. website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the BCB file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to BCB files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file BCB or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover BCB files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
Older version of BCB file may not always be supported by the latest software version. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged BCB files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file BCB except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the BCB file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file BCB to close. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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