How to open HCG files on your device
If an error occurs when you try to open HCG file on your device, you should do two things – install appropriate software and associate HCG 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.
HCG File Extension
- File type HClab Chart
- File developer HCSoft Programación, s.l.,
- File category CAD Files
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How to open HCG file?
There can be various causes of problems that can arise when opening opening .HCG files. Each problem requires a different approach, but most can be solved by following he instructions below.
Step 1. Install a program that supports HCG files
In order to open HCG 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 HCG extension.
Programs that can open HCG files
Download installer for given application and launch it. After the installation has been completed, HCG 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 HCG 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 HCG files.
Step 2. Associate given software with HCG files
A situation can arise where user has an appropriate application supporting HCG files installed on their system, but such application is not associated with this type of files. In order to associate given application with HCG 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 HCG 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 HCG files.
Step 3. Check whether no other errors related to HCG files occur
When the above-mentioned solutions fail, other options must be pursued. It is possible that the HCG file in question is corrupted or damage. The most common causes of file damage are:
- File with HCG 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 HCG file is stored
- File icon does not represent the original file but is only a shortcut to the location where the HCG file was saved and then deleted
- User account is not privileged to perform operations on HCG files. In that case it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert
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