HCI File Extension

What is HCI file?

HCI filename suffix is mostly used for HydroCAD IDF Data Format files. HydroCAD IDF Data Format format was developed by HydroCAD Software Solutions. HCI files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with HCI extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. HydroCAD supports HCI files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. On the official website of HydroCAD Software Solutions LLC developer not only will you find detailed information about theHydroCAD software, but also about HCI and other supported file formats.

Programs which support HCI file extension

The following listing features HCI-compatible programs. Files with HCI 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 HCI extension?

Being unable to open files with HCI extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to HydroCAD IDF Data 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. Download and install HydroCAD

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening HCI files is that no program that can handle HCI files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install HydroCAD or one to the listed programs: HydroCAD Sampler. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HCI files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading HydroCAD installed is by going to developer’s website (HydroCAD Software Solutions LLC) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If the problems with opening HCI files still occur even after installing HydroCAD, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of HydroCAD is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of HydroCAD installed, it may not support HCI format. The latest version of HydroCAD should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate HydroCAD IDF Data Format files with HydroCAD

If you have the latest version of HydroCAD installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage HCI 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.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the HCI 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 HydroCAD is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open HCI files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with HCI extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select HydroCAD and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with HCI extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the HCI for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the HCI file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the HCI file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the HCI 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. HCI file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the HCI file’s structure is intact

If the HCI file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the HCI 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. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the HydroCAD IDF Data Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open HydroCAD

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

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

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

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