DCTMP File Extension

What is DCTMP file?

DCTMP is a file extension commonly associated with DC++ Partially Downloaded Format files. DC++ Partially Downloaded Format format was developed by DC++. Files with DCTMP extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. DCTMP file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The software recommended for managing DCTMP files is DC++.

Programs which support DCTMP file extension

The following listing features DCTMP-compatible programs. DCTMP files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with DCTMP extension?

Being unable to open files with DCTMP extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with DCTMP 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. Get the DC++

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DCTMP files is that no program that can handle DCTMP files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the DC++ developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support DCTMP files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading DC++ installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of DC++ and update if needed

If the problems with opening DCTMP files still occur even after installing DC++, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of DC++ is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that DC++ cannot handle files with DCTMP may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of DC++ is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open DCTMP files to DC++

If you have the latest version of DC++ installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage DCTMP on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the DCTMP 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
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the DC++ installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DCTMP files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with DCTMP extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DCTMP extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the DCTMP is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the DCTMP file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the DCTMP file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the DCTMP file hinders attempts to open 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 DCTMP file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the DCTMP file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with DCTMP extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the DC++ Partially Downloaded Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run DC++

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with DCTMP extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with DC++ Partially Downloaded Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DCTMP files affecting older versions of given software.

Do you want to help?

If you have additional information about the DCTMP file, we will be grateful if you share it with our users. To do this, use the form here and send us your information on DCTMP file.