Tips to open HC file

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

HC file extension

File Name Header Data Format
File Category Developer Files

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

Operating systems
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What is HC file?

The file with the extension HC is the Developer Files file type. In addition to this file, the Developer Files category includes 1205 related files. Header Data Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. Alternatively, you can use 5 other programs. The Sublime Text, C++ Builder, NotePad++ text editor, Microsoft Visual Studio programs will also handle the file when the Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers program does not fulfill its role.

How to open HC file?

The main problem with Header Data Format is that the HC file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file HC 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 HC 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 Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file HC with Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open HC files.

Step 2. Create association of Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers with HC files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the HC file to open in the Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting 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. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the HC file with the Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers application.

Step 3. Update Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the Eclipse IDE for C/C++ Developers program, it is possible that Header Data Format requires a newer version of the program.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the HC 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:

The HC file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to HC files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our HC file. However, remember that not every infected HC file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the HC file. 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. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged HC files.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted HC 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. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move HC to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file HC to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the HC file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.