HCU File Extension

What is HCU file?

Full format name of files that use HCU extension is Hydrograph Units Definitons Format. HydroCAD Software Solutions defined the Hydrograph Units Definitons Format format standard. Files with HCU extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. HCU file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use HydroCAD software for managing HCU files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named HydroCAD was created by HydroCAD Software Solutions LLC. In order to find more detailed information on the software and HCU files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support HCU file extension

The following listing features HCU-compatible programs. Files with HCU 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.

How to open file with HCU extension?

Problems with accessing HCU may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with HCU 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 HCU files.

Step 1. Download and install HydroCAD

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports HCU files installed on the 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 HCU 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. Verify the you have the latest version of HydroCAD

You still cannot access HCU files although HydroCAD 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 HCU files are not compatible with HydroCAD. The latest version of HydroCAD should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open HCU files to HydroCAD

After installing HydroCAD (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open HCU files. 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

• Clicking the HCU 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 HCU files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with HCU extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with HCU extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the HCU file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The HCU 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 HCU 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 scanner detected that the HCU file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If you obtained the problematic HCU file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with HCU 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 out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Hydrograph Units Definitons Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle HydroCAD

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

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 Hydrograph Units Definitons Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with HCU files affecting older versions of given software.

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