TPC File Extension

What is TPC file?

TPC filename suffix is mostly used for Topic Connection Placeholder files. G&A M.C. defined the Topic Connection Placeholder format standard. TPC files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with TPC extension are categorized as Text Files files. The Text Files subset comprises 440 various file formats. The most popular software that supports TPC files is TopicScape. TopicScape software was developed by 3D-Scape Ltd., and on its official website you may find more information about TPC files or the TopicScape software program.

Programs which support TPC file extension

Programs that can handle TPC files are as follows. Files with TPC 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 TPC extension?

Being unable to open files with TPC extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with TPC 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 TopicScape

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports TPC files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the TopicScape developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading TopicScape installed is by going to developer’s website (3D-Scape Ltd.) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If the problems with opening TPC files still occur even after installing TopicScape, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of TopicScape is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why TPC files are not compatible with TopicScape. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using TopicScape.

Step 3. Set the default application to open TPC files to TopicScape

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate TPC files with latest version of TopicScape you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the TPC with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 TopicScape installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open TPC files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the TPC file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• 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 TPC extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the TPC is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the TPC file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The TPC 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 TPC file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the TPC file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. TPC file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the TPC file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 TPC 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. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Topic Connection Placeholder file.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with TPC extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 Topic Connection Placeholder file. It may be the case that the TPC files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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