Tips to open PDC file
Can't open the PDC file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PDC files as well as a list of programs that support PDC files.
PDC file extension
| File Name |
Lizard Safeguard Secure PDF Format |
| File Developer |
LockLizard |
| File Category |
Encoded Files |
The PDC file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PDC files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PDC file on each system platform.
What is PDC file?
The file in the PDC format belongs to the Encoded Files category. It was designed by LockLizard. In addition to this file, the Encoded Files category includes 236 related files. Lizard Safeguard Secure PDF Format is most often found on 2 operating systems. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. Alternatively, you can use 1 other programs. The PDF Viewer programs will also handle the file when the Secure PDF Viewer program does not fulfill its role.
How to open PDC file?
An often recurring problem with Lizard Safeguard Secure PDF Format is that PDC is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open PDC, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PDC 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 Secure PDF Viewer
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that Secure PDF Viewer is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Secure PDF Viewer in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support PDC files.
Programs to open PDC file
Remember to download programs supporting PDC files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Secure PDF Viewer with PDC files
If, despite the installed application, the PDC file does not start in the Secure PDF Viewer 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. 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 PDC file with the Secure PDF Viewer application.
Step 3. Update Secure PDF Viewer to the latest version
If, despite the association of the Secure PDF Viewer program with the Lizard Safeguard Secure PDF Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PDC file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. Usually this applies to PDC files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the PDC file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected PDC 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 PDC file. 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. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular PDC file corruption.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted PDC 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the PDC file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the PDC file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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