STC File Extension

What is STC file?

Full format name of files that use STC extension is OpenOffice.org Calc Spreadsheet Template Format. STC files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. Files with STC extension are categorized as Spreadsheet Files files. The Spreadsheet Files subset comprises 100 various file formats. Users are advised to use Apache OpenOffice software for managing STC files, although 4 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of Apache Software Foundation developer not only will you find detailed information about theApache OpenOffice software, but also about STC and other supported file formats.

Programs which support STC file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support STC files. Files with STC extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with STC extension?

Being unable to open files with STC extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with STC 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. Download and install Apache OpenOffice

Problems with opening and working with STC files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with STC files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Apache OpenOffice or one to the listed programs: LibreOffice, StarOffice, IBM Lotus Symphony. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Apache OpenOffice installed is by going to developer’s website (Apache Software Foundation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Apache OpenOffice to the latest version

You still cannot access STC files although Apache OpenOffice is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Apache OpenOffice installed, it may not support STC 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 Apache OpenOffice.

Step 3. Associate OpenOffice.org Calc Spreadsheet Template Format files with Apache OpenOffice

After installing Apache OpenOffice (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open STC files. 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 STC file and choose 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 Apache OpenOffice is installed, check the Always use this app to open STC files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected STC file open the file menu and choose 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....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with STC extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the STC file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the STC file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the STC file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the STC file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. STC file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the STC file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with STC extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the OpenOffice.org Calc Spreadsheet Template Format file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Apache OpenOffice

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with OpenOffice.org Calc Spreadsheet Template Format files. It may be the case that the STC files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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