DC1 file – What is it? How to open such file? Solutions to problems with DC1 files
Unknown file extension can be a source of various problems. However, identifying the causes of problems with DC1 files and addressing them isn’t necessary a complicated process. This article will describe 5 simple steps that will let you address problems with DC1 files.
- 1. DC1 File Extension
- 2. How to open DC1 file?
- 2.1 Find and download then install appropriate software
- 2.2 Verify whether the DC1 file is not infected with malware
- 2.3 Verify whether the DC1 files is complete, that is, was it downloaded properly
- 2.4 Verify whether DC1 files are associated with proper software
- 2.5 Verify whether the storage medium on which the DC1 files is stored is not damaged or corrupted
- 3. Similar file extensions
DC1 File Extension
- File type DevCad Document
- File developer DevCad
- File category CAD Files
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How to open DC1 file?
Step 1. Find and download then install appropriate software
Typically in order to open .DC1 files it is sufficient to follow these simple steps: find, download, and install appropriate software. Then, by double-clicking on the file icon, open the file. System should automatically associate DC1 file with appropriate software. Below is the list of programs required to open files with DC1 extension:
Programs that support DC1 files
Step 2. Verify whether the DC1 file is not infected with malware
If given file with DC1 extension is not infected, it is possible that the antivirus software is blocking access to the file. User should take necessary precautions and follow the steps suggested by the system. After recovering or removing the infected file it is recommended to scan the entire system for viruses. Yo will have to acquire a new, clean version of DC1 file.
Hint!
Be advised that you can always consult an IT expert for help. Some problems with DC1 files can be hard to solve for less sophisticated users. Also, you can ask for help one of the developers of software that supports files with DC1 extension. In order to do so, go to software’s subpage and search for software’s developer website address
Step 3. Verify whether the DC1 files is complete, that is, was it downloaded properly
If the DC1 file has not been downloaded properly it is not possible for the software to open such file. Check the file size in the location from where you downloaded the file in question. If the size of the original file differs from the size of downloaded DC1 file, you will have to download the file again.
Step 4. Verify whether DC1 files are associated with proper software
If the system registry has no entry related to default program that should be used to open DC1 files, even though given program is installed on the system, then DC1 files must be associated with the application in question.
Associating files with applications is performed similarly regardless of the type of system and consists in selecting an application which should be used for opening given type of files. In order to associate DC1 files with given application, right-click the file icon and select form the context menu "Open with" option, which will display a list of suggested programs. Select your program from the list. If the application is not on the list, use the "Browse" button and point to the location of the application. Checking "Always use selected application to open this kind of files" option will set selected application as the default application for opening given files.
Step 5. Verify whether the storage medium on which the DC1 files is stored is not damaged or corrupted
It is possible that the storage medium on which the file is located is damaged or corrupted. Try scanning the storage medium for errors.
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