HIC File Extension

What is HIC file?

Full format name of files that use HIC extension is HicEst Script. HicEst Script format was developed by HicEst Instant Prototype Computing. HIC files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with HIC extension are categorized as Developer Files files. The Developer Files subset comprises 1205 various file formats. HicEst is by far the most used program for working with HIC files. On the official website of HicEst Instant Prototype Computing developer not only will you find detailed information about theHicEst software, but also about HIC and other supported file formats.

Programs which support HIC file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support HIC files. Files with HIC 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 HIC extension?

Being unable to open files with HIC extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with HIC extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the HicEst

Problems with opening and working with HIC files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with HIC files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the HicEst developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HIC files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download HicEst installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit HicEst Instant Prototype Computing website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update HicEst to the latest version

If you already have HicEst installed on your systems and HIC 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. If you have an older version of HicEst installed, it may not support HIC format. The latest version of HicEst should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open HIC files to HicEst

If you have the latest version of HicEst installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage HIC 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 HIC file and choose 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 HicEst is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open HIC files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the HIC file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select HicEst and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with HIC extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the HIC for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper HIC file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the HIC in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the HIC is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the HIC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the HIC 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. It could happen the the download process of file with HIC 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

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 HicEst Script file.

4. Check whether your system can handle HicEst

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with HicEst Script files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with HIC files affecting older versions of given software.

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