Tips to open FCL file

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

FCL file extension

File Name FidoCAD Library Format
File Developer SourceForge.net
File Category Data Files

The FCL file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the FCL files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the FCL file on each system platform.

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What is FCL file?

The FCL file has been categorized as Data Files. It was designed by SourceForge.net. Additionally, the Data Files category contains 1326 of other files. FidoCAD Library Format 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. The FidoCAD application is recommended to open the file. It was released by SourceForge.net.

How to open FCL file?

The most common problem when using FidoCAD Library Format is that a specific FCL is not associated with the program. This causes the file FCL to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This problem can be easily remedied.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the FCL 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 FidoCAD

In this case, you should first verify that the FidoCAD application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing FidoCAD into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file FCL.

Programs to open FCL file

Remember to download programs supporting FCL files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

FidoCAD
FidoCAD
Step 2. Create association of FidoCAD with FCL files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the FCL file to open in the FidoCAD application, but you can set it manually. 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. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the FCL file with the FidoCAD application.

Step 3. Update FidoCAD to the latest version

If, however, after binding FidoCAD with FidoCAD Library Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the SourceForge.net page and install.

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

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:

The FCL file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the FCL file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. 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 FCL or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected FCL files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the FCL files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair FCL file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting SourceForge.net, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file FCL 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. Copying the FCL file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the FCL file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the FCL file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.