MTC File Extension

What is MTC file?

Full format name of files that use MTC extension is MediaTracker Database. Digistore Solutions (S) Pte. Ltd. defined the MediaTracker Database format standard. Files with MTC extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. MTC file format, along with 403 other file formats, belongs to the Database Files category. SQLite supports MTC 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 SQLite Development Team developer not only will you find detailed information about theSQLite software, but also about MTC and other supported file formats.

Programs which support MTC file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support MTC files. MTC 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 MTC extension?

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

Step 1. Get the SQLite

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports MTC files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select SQLite or one of the recommended programs (for example, MediaTracker) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support MTC files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading SQLite installed is by going to developer’s website (SQLite Development Team) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If the problems with opening MTC files still occur even after installing SQLite, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of SQLite is available. 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 SQLite installed, it may not support MTC format. The most recent version of SQLite is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign SQLite to MTC files

If you have the latest version of SQLite installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage MTC on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the MTC file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where SQLite is installed, check the Always use this app to open MTC files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the MTC file and 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....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with MTC extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the MTC file is complete and free of 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 MTC file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The MTC 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 MTC 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 MTC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the MTC file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 MTC 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the MediaTracker Database file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle SQLite

If the systems has insufficient resources to open MTC 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 MediaTracker Database files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with MTC files affecting older versions of given software.

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