Tips to open DCX file
Can't open the DCX file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DCX files as well as a list of programs that support DCX files.
DCX file extension
The DCX file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DCX files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DCX file on each system platform.
What is DCX file?
The file with the extension DCX is the Database Files file type. In addition to this file, the Database Files category includes 403 related files. FoxPro Database Index is most often found on 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use Visual FoxPro to handle this file. This is a program created by Microsoft Corporation.
How to open DCX file?
An often recurring problem with FoxPro Database Index is that DCX is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that DCX 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 DCX 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 Visual FoxPro
In this case, you should first verify that the Visual FoxPro application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Visual FoxPro into the 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 DCX.
Programs to open DCX file
Remember to download programs supporting DCX files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Visual FoxPro with DCX files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the DCX file still does not use the Visual FoxPro program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. 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. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Visual FoxPro application as the default for handling the DCX file.
Step 3. Update Visual FoxPro to the latest version
If, despite the association of the Visual FoxPro program with the FoxPro Database Index file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Microsoft Corporation page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DCX file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
The DCX file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the DCX file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file DCX or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover DCX 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 DCX files changes over time. 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. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged DCX files. You can restore the file from a backup or use N/A help.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file DCX 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 of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move DCX to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the DCX file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the DCX file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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