1. ODC File Extension
2. What is a(n) ODC file?
3. How to open ODC file?

3.1 Verify whether the file is properly associated with selected software
3.2 Install a program that supports ODC files
1. 3.2.1 Programs that support files with ODC extension
3.3 Check for other possible causes of errors
3.4 Contact an expert

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ODC File Extension

File type Office Data Connection Format
File developer Microsoft
File category Settings Files
File popularity rating

What is a(n) ODC file?

ODC (Office Data Connection) is a type of file format for Microsoft Office. It is used to store information about the data connection within the application. This includes fine details such as connection string, data source and authentication type. ODC files are useful to easily retrieve remote databases, spreadsheets, or cubes and enable users to view, analyze or modify their data without additional configuration. They are typically saved in a plain text format with an odc extension.

ODC files interface with Microsoft Office Data Sources, clarifying the data source credentials and commands necessary to access and use the information stored in the source. This means that once an ODC connection is established, users can programmatically access and work with the data via an Office application without further authentication procedures.

How to open ODC file?

In some cases problems may occur when trying to open ODC 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 ODC files. It may happen so that even when an application that supports ODC files is installed on the system it is not properly associated with this file format. This can be easily remedied by associating program with ODC 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 ODC 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 ODC extension. Before attempting the next steps, test all the programs listed below.

Step 2 – Install a program that supports ODC files

Should it happen that the section with suggested programs is empty, it is most probable that no program supporting ODC files is installed on the system. Choose a program from the following list and install it:

Programs that support files with ODC extension

Windows

MAC OS

Step 3 – Check for other possible causes of errors

Corrupted storage medium on which the ODC 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 ODC 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 ODC file, you should contact an IT expert. You could also try to contact the developer of given software that supports ODC files. Appropriate website addresses can be found by clicking the name of given program in the list above.

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