FDC File Extension

What is FDC file?

FDC filename suffix is mostly used for AutoCAD Field Catalog Format files. AutoCAD Field Catalog Format specification was created by Autodesk. FDC files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. FDC file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. AutoCAD is by far the most used program for working with FDC files. AutoCAD software was developed by Autodesk, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about FDC files or the AutoCAD software program.

Programs which support FDC file extension

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

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening FDC files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with FDC extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install AutoCAD software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports FDC files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the AutoCAD developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download AutoCAD installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Autodesk, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update AutoCAD to the latest version

You still cannot access FDC files although AutoCAD is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of AutoCAD installed, it may not support FDC format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using AutoCAD.

Step 3. Assign AutoCAD to FDC files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate FDC files with latest version of AutoCAD you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the FDC file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where AutoCAD is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open FDC files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with FDC extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select AutoCAD and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with FDC extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the FDC file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the FDC file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The FDC may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the FDC 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 FDC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with FDC extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the FDC 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. If the FDC file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the AutoCAD Field Catalog Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle AutoCAD

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support FDC files. Close all running programs and try opening the FDC 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 AutoCAD Field Catalog Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle FDC files.

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