YPC File Extension

What is YPC file?

YPC filename suffix is mostly used for WhyPic Picture files. YPC file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. YPC file format, along with 524 other file formats, belongs to the Graphic Files category. The most popular software that supports YPC files is XnView. Software named XnView was created by Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet. In order to find more detailed information on the software and YPC files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support YPC file extension

The following listing features YPC-compatible programs. Files with YPC 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 YPC extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening YPC files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to WhyPic Picture 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. Get the XnView

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports YPC files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the XnView 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 XnView installed is by going to developer’s website (Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of XnView

If the problems with opening YPC files still occur even after installing XnView, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of XnView is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that XnView cannot handle files with YPC may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using XnView.

Step 3. Assign XnView to YPC files

After installing XnView (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open YPC files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the YPC 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
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where XnView is installed, check the Always use this app to open YPC files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected YPC file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select XnView and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with YPC extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the YPC is not faulty

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 YPC file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the YPC is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the YPC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the YPC file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the YPC file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the WhyPic Picture file again.

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

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

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 WhyPic Picture file. It may be the case that the YPC files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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