DGC File Extension

What is DGC file?

Full format name of files that use DGC extension is DGCA Format Archive. DGCA Format Archive specification was created by Shin-ichi Tsuruta. DGC file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. DGC file belongs to the Compressed Files category just like 236 other filename extensions listed in our database. DGCA is by far the most used program for working with DGC files.

Programs which support DGC file extension

Programs that can handle DGC files are as follows. Files with DGC 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 DGC extension?

Problems with accessing DGC may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with DGC 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 DGCA

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DGC files is that no program that can handle DGC files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download DGCA and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download DGCA installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of DGCA and update if needed

You still cannot access DGC files although DGCA is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. 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 DGC files are not compatible with DGCA. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using DGCA.

Step 3. Assign DGCA to DGC files

If you have the latest version of DGCA installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage DGC on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the DGC file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where DGCA is installed, check the Always use this app to open DGC files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected DGC file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DGC extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the DGC file is complete and free of 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 DGC file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the DGC file for viruses or malware

If the DGC is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the DGC file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the DGC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the DGC file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with DGC extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the DGCA Format Archive file again.

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

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with DGCA Format Archive file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle DGC files.

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