GGC File Extension

What is GGC file?

GGC filename suffix is mostly used for Google Desktop Gadget Container Format files. GGC file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with GGC extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Google Desktop is by far the most used program for working with GGC files. Software named Google Desktop was created by Google Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and GGC files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support GGC file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support GGC files. Files with GGC extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 07/20/2020

How to open file with GGC extension?

Being unable to open files with GGC extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Google Desktop Gadget Container Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Google Desktop

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GGC files is that no program that can handle GGC files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Google Desktop. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Google Desktop installed is by going to developer’s website (Google Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Google Desktop to the latest version

If you already have Google Desktop installed on your systems and GGC files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why GGC files are not compatible with Google Desktop. The most recent version of Google Desktop is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GGC files to Google Desktop

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

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the GGC with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Google Desktop is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open GGC 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 GGC extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• 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 GGC extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the GGC is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the GGC file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the GGC file for viruses or malware

If the GGC is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the GGC file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the GGC file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 GGC extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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 Google Desktop

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Google Desktop Gadget Container Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle GGC files.

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