I cannot open a SFC file. What should I do? Help!
Virtually anyone has encountered some problems with opening unknown files while working on a computer. It can be very frustrating. Yet such problems, not only with SFC files, can be addressed in a standard way. Follow the steps below and we can guarantee that your problem with opening SFC will be resolved!
SFC File Extension
- File type Super Nintendo ROM
- File developer N/A
- File category Game Files
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What is a(n) SFC file?
The game file with the extension .ROM is characteristic for emulators used to play productions released on SNES consoles. The file allows the ROM to save the game in its original format. It is worth noting that this extension is popular in Asian countries where the console was released under a different name. In the west, emulators use .SMC more often
How to open SFC file?
If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with SFC extension, it is highly probable that no program that supports given files is installed on the users’ system. Below is a list of actions user should pursue in order to resolve most common problems.
Step 1. Download and install application that supports SFC files
After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open SFC files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:
Programs that support SFC files
Step 2. Verify whether SFC files are associated with appropriate software
It is possible that an application that supports SFC files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with SFC files (right-click on the file icon → Properties → General Tab → In submenu "Open with" and click on "Change" button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support SFC files. Choose the application by checking the box "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files". System will store this information in its registry and use it to open SFC files with the selected program.
Changing SFC file association in registry
File association for SFC files can be edited manually by editing appropriate entry in Windows System Registry. However, it is discouraged as it may introduce errors to registry if not done properly and may even damage the system.
Step 3. Check SFC file for other errors
- SFC file was not copied properly from storage medium.
- Antivirus application prevents opening SFC files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected SFC file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
- For SFC files downloaded from the internet it is advised to check if the file has been downloaded completely and is not corrupted. If not, the file should be re-downloaded.
