Tips to open DRC file

Can't open the DRC file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DRC files as well as a list of programs that support DRC files.

DRC file extension

File Name DRM Rights Object
File Category Misc Files

The DRC file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DRC files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DRC file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 2
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What is DRC file?

The file in the DRC format belongs to the Misc Files category. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. DRM Rights Object appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Sony Ericsson DRM Packager. This was created by Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB. There are also 3 alternative programs to handle the DRC file. The Text editor, OrCAD PCB Designer programs will also handle the file when the Sony Ericsson DRM Packager program does not fulfill its role.

How to open DRC file?

The most common problem when using DRM Rights Object is that a specific DRC is not associated with the program. This causes the file DRC to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DRC 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 Sony Ericsson DRM Packager

The first step is to check if the computer has the Sony Ericsson DRM Packager program installed. This can be achieved by typing Sony Ericsson DRM Packager into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support DRC files.

Step 2. Create association of Sony Ericsson DRM Packager with DRC files

If, despite the installed application, the DRC file does not start in the Sony Ericsson DRM Packager application, you must create a file association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. 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 DRC file with the Sony Ericsson DRM Packager program.

Step 3. Update Sony Ericsson DRM Packager to the latest version

If, however, after binding Sony Ericsson DRM Packager with DRM Rights Object there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB website or update the program from the application.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DRC file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. Usually this applies to DRC files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the DRC file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected DRC files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of DRC file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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 this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair DRC file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact N/A
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted DRC files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
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 DRC to a different directory.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the DRC file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the DRC file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.