How to open DCM files on your device
If an error occurs when you try to open DCM file on your device, you should do two things – install appropriate software and associate DCM files with this software. If this does not solve the problem, then the cause may be different – you will find more details in this article.
DCM File Extension
- File type DICOM Image
- File developer NEMA
- File category Raster Image Files
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What is a(n) DCM file?
A raster graphic file with the extension .DCM stores binary medical images and patient information. This format has been recognized as the universal standard for imaging and communication in medicine for images including tomography, MRI and ultrasound. Another version of the format is DICOM.
How to open DCM file?
There can be various causes of problems that can arise when opening opening .DCM files. Each problem requires a different approach, but most can be solved by following he instructions below.
Step 1. Install a program that supports DCM files
In order to open DCM file an appropriate program that supports this file format must be installed on the system. Below is the list of programs that support files with DCM extension.
Programs that can open DCM files
Download installer for given application and launch it. After the installation has been completed, DCM files should be opened with installed application by default next time you try to open this type of file.
Remember!
Not all listed applications will be capable of performing all operations on DCM files. Some applications may only be capable of opening such file and viewing its contents while the purpose of others may be converting files to other file formats. Therefore you should check beforehand the capabilities of applications in relation to DCM files.
Step 2. Associate given software with DCM files
A situation can arise where user has an appropriate application supporting DCM files installed on their system, but such application is not associated with this type of files. In order to associate given application with DCM files user should open a file submenu by right-clicking the file icon and selecting "Open with" option. System will display a list of suggested programs that can be used to open DCM files. Select appropriate option and check "Always use selected application to open this kind of files". System will save this information from now on use selected program to open DCM files.
Step 3. Check whether no other errors related to DCM files occur
When the above-mentioned solutions fail, other options must be pursued. It is possible that the DCM file in question is corrupted or damage. The most common causes of file damage are:
- File with DCM extension is incomplete (for example, file has not been downloaded completely from the internet or not copied properly from source)
- File data is corrupted
- Damaged or corrupted storage medium on which the DCM file is stored
- File icon does not represent the original file but is only a shortcut to the location where the DCM file was saved and then deleted
- User account is not privileged to perform operations on DCM files. In that case it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert
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