GCD File Extension

What is GCD file?

Files with GCD extensions store disc images created using disc authoring software Prassi.

What is a disc image?

Backup copies store only digital data. Disc images however contain the whole, exact physical structure of cloned disc. Created disc image is identical to the original CD or DVD copy. Disc images can contain even special sectors of disc, such as master boot record.

How are disc images created?

Disc images can be created using dedicated software tools such as Prassi. Different disc authoring tools use similar but slightly different algorithms for creating images and used different filename extension for generated image files. GCD is a popular format so chances are the CD / DVD archiving tool in question supports it.

Programs which support GCD file extension

Programs that can handle GCD files are as follows. GCD files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 05/03/2022

How to open file with GCD extension?

Problems with accessing GCD may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with GCD extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with GCD files.

Step 1. Download and install IsoBuster

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GCD files is that no program that can handle GCD files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select IsoBuster or one of the recommended programs (for example, PowerISO, UltraISO) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading IsoBuster installed is by going to developer’s website (Smart Projects) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of IsoBuster

If you already have IsoBuster installed on your systems and GCD files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that IsoBuster cannot handle files with GCD may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of IsoBuster is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Prassi CD Disk Image Format files with IsoBuster

If you have the latest version of IsoBuster installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage GCD on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the GCD with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the IsoBuster installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open GCD files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with GCD extension, select 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....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with GCD extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the GCD 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 GCD file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the GCD file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the GCD is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the GCD file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the GCD file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the GCD 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 GCD extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open GCD files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Prassi CD Disk Image Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the GCD files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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