Tips to open BCW file
Can't open the BCW file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open BCW files as well as a list of programs that support BCW files.
BCW file extension
| File Name |
Borland C++ Workspace |
| File Developer |
Micro Focus International plc |
| File Category |
Settings Files |
The BCW file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the BCW files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the BCW file on each system platform.
What is BCW file?
The file in the BCW format belongs to the Settings Files category. The creator of this file is Micro Focus International plc. Additionally, the Settings Files category contains 1305 of other files. Borland C++ Workspace appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. 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 Borland C++. This was created by Micro Focus International plc.
How to open BCW file?
The most common problem when using Borland C++ Workspace is that a specific BCW is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that BCW files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the BCW 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 Borland C++
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Borland C++ is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Borland C++ 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 BCW with Borland C++. Below you will find a list of applications that support BCW files.
Programs to open BCW file
Remember to download programs supporting BCW files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Borland C++ with BCW files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the BCW file to open in the Borland C++ application, but you can set it manually. 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. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the BCW file with the Borland C++ program.
Step 3. Update Borland C++ to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Borland C++ program, it is possible that Borland C++ Workspace requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Micro Focus International plc page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the BCW 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 BCW file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the BCW file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file BCW or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover BCW files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the BCW files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular BCW file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Micro Focus International plc help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted BCW files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the BCW file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the BCW file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file BCW to close. However, some background programs may block the BCW file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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