LCP File Extension

What is LCP file?

Full format name of files that use LCP extension is FARSITE Landscape Data. FARSITE Landscape Data specification was created by FireModels.org. LCP files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. LCP file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. FARSITE is by far the most used program for working with LCP files. On the official website of FireModels.org developer not only will you find detailed information about theFARSITE software, but also about LCP and other supported file formats.

Programs which support LCP file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support LCP files. LCP files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with LCP extension?

Problems with accessing LCP may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with LCP 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. Install FARSITE software

Problems with opening and working with LCP files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with LCP files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the FARSITE developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support LCP files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading FARSITE installed is by going to developer’s website (FireModels.org) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

You still cannot access LCP files although FARSITE is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that FARSITE cannot handle files with LCP may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using FARSITE.

Step 3. Set the default application to open LCP files to FARSITE

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the LCP 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
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where FARSITE is installed, check the Always use this app to open LCP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the LCP file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select FARSITE and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with LCP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the LCP is not faulty

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

1. The LCP may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the LCP 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. LCP file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If you obtained the problematic LCP 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. When downloading the file with LCP extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the FARSITE Landscape Data file again.

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

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with FARSITE Landscape Data files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle LCP files.

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