How to open GCD files? 4 simple methods of solving such problems
When you encounter a problem with an unknown GCD file and you do not know how to open such file, the first step you should take is to determine the cause of given problem. We will show you how to address most common problems with GCD files and how to solve them in 4 simple steps.
GCD File Extension
- File type Prassi CD Disk Image Format
- File developer N/A
- File category Disk Image Files
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What is a(n) GCD file?
GCD (Prassi CD Disk Image Format) is a file format that stores binary data related to a CD-ROM that was created by the now-discontinued Prassi software. GCD files are used as a "virtual" representation of a CD-ROM or other optical media in the form of data bits stored on the user's hard drive.
Containing both the content and its structure, GCD files contain not only the contents of the CD (which usually takes the form of games, software, music, or videos), but also compressors and decompressors that allow applications to read the CD-based content from the image file and act as if it were running from an actual CD.
How to open GCD file?
In some cases problems may occur when trying to open GCD files. Steps listed below can be helpful in addressing such problems.
Step 1 – Verify whether the file is properly associated with selected software
The first thing user should do is to associate application with GCD files. It may happen so that even when an application that supports GCD files is installed on the system it is not properly associated with this file format. This can be easily remedied by associating program with GCD files. In order to associate such files with given application, user must open the file menu (by right-clicking on the file) and choosing "Open with". A list of suggested applications will be displayed at the top part of menu. Next, select an application and confirm your choice by checking "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files" option. Confirm your selection by clicking OK.
In order to open GCD file, focus on steps 1 and 2
In majority of cases following instruction in step 1 and 2 should be enough to open files with GCD extension. Before attempting the next steps, test all the programs listed below.
Step 2 – Install a program that supports GCD files
Should it happen that the section with suggested programs is empty, it is most probable that no program supporting GCD files is installed on the system. Choose a program from the following list and install it:
Programs that support files with GCD extension
Step 3 – Check for other possible causes of errors
- Corrupted storage medium on which the GCD file is stored
- File data corruption or incompleteness (for example, due to incomplete download or copy process). In such case the file must be re-downloaded or properly copied and then opened again.
- Compatibility issues – check whether GCD extension is compatible with user’s operating system
- Administrative policy settings may prevent user from opening given file
Step 4 – Contact an expert
If you are still unable to open GCD file, you should contact an IT expert. You could also try to contact the developer of given software that supports GCD files. Appropriate website addresses can be found by clicking the name of given program in the list above.
