Tips to open DCG file
Can't open the DCG file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DCG files as well as a list of programs that support DCG files.
DCG file extension
The DCG file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DCG files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DCG file on each system platform.
What is DCG file?
The file with the extension DCG is the Game Files file type. Additionally, the Game Files category contains 1509 of other files. HSFX Map is supported by 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is IL-2 Sturmovik. This was created by Ubisoft Entertainment S.A..
How to open DCG file?
An often recurring problem with HSFX Map is that DCG is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open DCG, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DCG 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 IL-2 Sturmovik
The first step is to check if the computer has the IL-2 Sturmovik program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name IL-2 Sturmovik in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file DCG with IL-2 Sturmovik. Below is a list of programs that support the file DCG.
Programs to open DCG file
Remember to download programs supporting DCG files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of IL-2 Sturmovik with DCG files
If, despite the installed application, the DCG file does not start in the IL-2 Sturmovik 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 window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the DCG file with the IL-2 Sturmovik application.
Step 3. Update IL-2 Sturmovik to the latest version
If, however, after binding IL-2 Sturmovik with HSFX Map there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Ubisoft Entertainment S.A. website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DCG file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
The DCG file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the DCG file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. 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 DCG or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover DCG 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 DCG file. 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. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged DCG files. You can restore the file from a backup or use N/A help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted DCG 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the DCG file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. 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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