Tips to open PXC file
Can't open the PXC file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PXC files as well as a list of programs that support PXC files.
PXC file extension
| File Name |
Photodex Cache Format |
| File Developer |
Photodex |
| File Category |
Data Files |
The PXC file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PXC files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PXC file on each system platform.
What is PXC file?
The file in the PXC format belongs to the Data Files category. The creator of this file is Photodex. Additionally, the Data Files category contains 1326 of other files. Photodex Cache Format is supported by 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is ProShow. This was created by Photodex Corporation.
How to open PXC file?
The most common problem when using Photodex Cache Format is that a specific PXC is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open PXC, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PXC 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 ProShow
The first step is to check if the computer has the ProShow program installed. This can be achieved by typing ProShow into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open PXC files.
Programs to open PXC file
Remember to download programs supporting PXC files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ProShow with PXC files
If, despite the installed application, the PXC file does not start in the ProShow 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. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the PXC file with the ProShow application.
Step 3. Update ProShow to the latest version
If, despite the association of the ProShow program with the Photodex Cache Format 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 Photodex Corporation page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PXC 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. This suggests truncating the PXC file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file PXC or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected PXC 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 PXC 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 the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular PXC file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Photodex help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file PXC 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. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move PXC to a different directory.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file PXC to close. However, some background programs may block the PXC file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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