SC2LOCALE File Extension

What is SC2LOCALE file?

Full format name of files that use SC2LOCALE extension is Blizzard StarCraft 2 Localization Format. Blizzard StarCraft 2 Localization Format format was developed by Blizzard Entertainment. SC2LOCALE file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with SC2LOCALE extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. StarCraft II supports SC2LOCALE files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 5 other tools may also be used. StarCraft II software was developed by Blizzard Entertainment, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about SC2LOCALE files or the StarCraft II software program.

Programs which support SC2LOCALE file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open SC2LOCALE files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with SC2LOCALE 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 SC2LOCALE extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening SC2LOCALE files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with SC2LOCALE files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install StarCraft II software

Problems with opening and working with SC2LOCALE files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SC2LOCALE files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select StarCraft II or one of the recommended programs (for example, MacVim, Text editor, WordPad) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download StarCraft II installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update StarCraft II to the latest version

You still cannot access SC2LOCALE files although StarCraft II is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. 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 StarCraft II installed, it may not support SC2LOCALE 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 StarCraft II.

Step 3. Assign StarCraft II to SC2LOCALE files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate SC2LOCALE files with latest version of StarCraft II you have installed 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 SC2LOCALE file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the StarCraft II installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open SC2LOCALE 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 SC2LOCALE extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with SC2LOCALE extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the SC2LOCALE for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the SC2LOCALE file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The SC2LOCALE 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 SC2LOCALE file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the SC2LOCALE file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the SC2LOCALE file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with SC2LOCALE extension is complete and error-free

If the SC2LOCALE file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with SC2LOCALE 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Blizzard StarCraft 2 Localization Format file again.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open SC2LOCALE files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Blizzard StarCraft 2 Localization Format file. It may be the case that the SC2LOCALE files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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