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3 steps to open file with PDC extension

Usually solving problems with PDC file is simple – just install proper software and open the file. Read the guide and open PDC file now!

  1. 1. PDC File Extension
  2. 2. What is a(n) PDC file?
  3. 3. How to open PDC file?
    1. 3.1 Install a program that supports PDC files
    2. 3.2 Find and download proper software
      1. 3.2.1 Programs that support files with PDC extension
    3. 3.3 Check the PDC file for errors
  4. 4. Similar file extensions

PDC File Extension

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  • File type Lizard Safeguard Secure PDF Format
  • File developer LockLizard
  • File category Encoded Files
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What is a(n) PDC file?

A file encoded with the extension .PDC is used to block copying of the .PDF file. It is usually generated using Lizard Safeguard PDF software, which blocks viewing, copying, sharing, modifying, screen grabbing and printing of PDF files using AES 256-bit encryption, DRM control and real-time Web-based licensing system.

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How to open PDC file?

There could be multiple reasons for which the system does not support given file. In the case of PDC extension, it is probable that none of the installed programs support given file type. Therefore, user should undertake the following steps

Step 1: Install a program that supports PDC files

If an application that supports PDC files is installed on user’s system, but is not used to open such files by default, right-click on the file icon and choose "Open with" option from the menu. Next, select the proper application and check the "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files" box. The system will store this information in its registry and use the selected program to open files with PDC extension by default.

Hint for Mac OS users

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For Mac OS users the procedure is analogous – open the file menu by right-clicking on the PDC file and choose "Information" option and select "Open with program" option. From the submenu select an application and click on "Change all" button.

Step 2: Find and download proper software

Inability to open PDC files may also be related to the lack of any application that supports given file being installed on the system. Should that be the case, user needs to download and install one of the following applications. Once installed, the system will automatically associate newly installed application with PDC files. If this step fails, see step 1.

Programs that support files with PDC extension

Windows programs
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MAC OS programs
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Step 3: Check the PDC file for errors

Sometimes, although relatively rarely, steps 1 and 2 might not lead to expected results. There can be several reasons for such situation to occur:

  • PDC file has been downloaded from the internet but for some reason it is incomplete. In such case the file should be re-downloaded and opened again.
  • Structure of given PDC file could be corrupted and as such the program is not able to open the file
  • Storage medium on which the file was stored is damaged
  • It is important to ascertain that the icon representing given file is not a shortcut a related PDC file no longer present in the location to which the shortcut points
  • If the user account has restricted access privileges it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert

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