PDC File Extension

What is PDC file?

PDC filename suffix is mostly used for Lizard Safeguard Secure PDF Format files. Lizard Safeguard Secure PDF Format format was developed by LockLizard. PDC files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. PDC file format, along with 236 other file formats, belongs to the Encoded Files category. Users are advised to use PDF Viewer software for managing PDC files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support PDC file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with PDC files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with PDC 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 PDC extension?

Being unable to open files with PDC extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Lizard Safeguard Secure PDF Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install PDF Viewer

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PDC files is that no program that can handle PDC files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install PDF Viewer or one to the listed programs: Secure PDF Viewer. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading PDF Viewer installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update PDF Viewer to the latest version

If you already have PDF Viewer installed on your systems and PDC files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. 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 PDF Viewer installed, it may not support PDC format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using PDF Viewer.

Step 3. Assign PDF Viewer to PDC files

If you have the latest version of PDF Viewer installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PDC 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

• Right-click the PDC file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the PDF Viewer installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PDC files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PDC extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PDC extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the PDC is not faulty

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

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

If the PDC 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. If the PDC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the PDC file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 PDC 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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Lizard Safeguard Secure PDF Format file again.

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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support PDC files. Close all running programs and try opening the PDC file.

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 Lizard Safeguard Secure PDF Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PDC files affecting older versions of given software.

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