RC2 File Extension

What is RC2 file?

RC2 is a file extension commonly associated with Visual Studio Resources Format files. Visual Studio Resources Format format was developed by Microsoft. RC2 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with RC2 extension are categorized as Developer Files files. The Developer Files subset comprises 1205 various file formats. The most popular program for handling RC2 files is Microsoft Visual Studio, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format. Software named Microsoft Visual Studio was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and RC2 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support RC2 file extension

Programs that can handle RC2 files are as follows. RC2 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 RC2 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening RC2 files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with RC2 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft Visual Studio

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports RC2 files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft Visual Studio or one of the recommended programs (for example, C++ Builder, Adobe ExtendScript) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Microsoft Visual Studio installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Visual Studio to the latest version

If the problems with opening RC2 files still occur even after installing Microsoft Visual Studio, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Visual Studio is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Microsoft Visual Studio cannot handle files with RC2 may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Visual Studio to RC2 files

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage RC2 on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the RC2 file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Visual Studio is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open RC2 files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with RC2 extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Microsoft Visual Studio and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with RC2 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the RC2 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 RC2 file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the RC2 file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the RC2 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the RC2 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with RC2 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the RC2 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. If the RC2 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 Visual Studio Resources Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Visual Studio

If the systems has insufficient resources to open RC2 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Visual Studio Resources Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle RC2 files.

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