Tips to open DC file
Can't open the DC file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DC files as well as a list of programs that support DC files.
DC file extension
| File Name |
DesignCAD Design Format |
| File Developer |
IMSI/Design |
| File Category |
CAD Files |
The DC file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DC files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DC file on each system platform.
What is DC file?
The DC file has been categorized as CAD Files. The author of this format is IMSI/Design. In addition to this file, the CAD Files category includes 158 related files. DesignCAD Design Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is TurboCAD. This was created by IMSI/Design, LLC.. Alternatively, you can use 1 other programs. The DesignCAD programs will also handle the file when the TurboCAD program does not fulfill its role.
How to open DC file?
The main problem with DesignCAD Design Format is that the DC file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that DC files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DC 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 TurboCAD
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that TurboCAD is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing TurboCAD into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file DC.
Programs to open DC file
Remember to download programs supporting DC files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of TurboCAD with DC files
If, despite the installed application, the DC file does not start in the TurboCAD application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the TurboCAD application as the default for handling the DC file.
Step 3. Update TurboCAD to the latest version
If, however, after binding TurboCAD with DesignCAD Design Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the IMSI/Design, LLC. website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DC file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the DC file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our DC file. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover DC files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the DC file. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair DC file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact IMSI/Design
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted DC 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.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the DC file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the DC file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the DC file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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