BMC File Extension

What is BMC file?

Full format name of files that use BMC extension is Bitmap Cache Format. Bitmap Cache Format format was developed by Microsoft. Files with BMC extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with BMC extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. The most popular program for handling BMC files is Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support BMC file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support BMC files. Files with BMC suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with BMC extension?

Problems with accessing BMC may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with BMC files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop software

Problems with opening and working with BMC files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with BMC files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop or one of the recommended programs (for example, Microsoft Windows) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support BMC files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop and update if needed

If the problems with opening BMC files still occur even after installing Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why BMC files are not compatible with Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop.

Step 3. Set the default application to open BMC files to Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop

After installing Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BMC files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the BMC with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop is installed, check the Always use this app to open BMC files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the BMC file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BMC extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the BMC for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper BMC file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the BMC file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the BMC is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the BMC file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic BMC file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with BMC extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Bitmap Cache Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Windows Remote Desktop

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support BMC files. Close all running programs and try opening the BMC file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Bitmap Cache Format file. It may be the case that the BMC files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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