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Basic information about VEC file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension VEC（*.VEC or *.vec）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the VEC file yourself.

There are 8 file types using the VEC file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the VEC file with their brief description and a list of programs that support VEC file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the VEC file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the VEC file?
  • How to open a VEC file?
  • What programs do I need to open a VEC file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a VEC file?
  • How to convert VEC files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to VEC file format?


1.Detail information about VEC file extension: Orbiter Vector Map File

File type Orbiter Vector Map File Category Data Files
Developer Martin Schweiger File format Text
Description VEC file is a Orbiter Vector Map File developed by Martin Schweiger. File used by Orbiter, a free space flight simulation program; defines a vector map, which is used for displaying space object shapes (e.g., planets); saved in a plain text format and is located in the Config...Data directory of the Orbiter installation.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VEC files

Windows		 Orbiter
Any text editor


2.Detail information about VEC file extension: CX-Designer Shape File

File type CX-Designer Shape File Category Vector Image Files
Developer OMRON File format Binary
Description VEC file is a CX-Designer Shape File developed by OMRON.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VEC files

Windows		 OMRON CX-Designer


3.Detail information about VEC file extension: Vectrex Game ROM File

File type Vectrex Game ROM File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description VEC file is a Vectrex Game ROM File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VEC files

Windows		 MESS
ParaJVE

macOS
 OpenEmu
ParaJVE
Vecx

Linux		 ParaJVE


4.Detail information about VEC file extension: IDRISI Vector File

File type IDRISI Vector File Category GIS Files
Developer IDRISI File format Text and Binary
Description VEC file is a IDRISI Vector File developed by IDRISI.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VEC files

Windows		 SuperMap Desktop GIS


5.Detail information about VEC file extension: ENVI Vector Template File

File type ENVI Vector Template File Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VEC file is a ENVI Vector Template File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VEC files

Windows		 ENVI


6.Detail information about VEC file extension: DaVis Graphic Data

File type DaVis Graphic Data Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VEC file is a DaVis Graphic Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VEC files

Windows		 DaVis


7.Detail information about VEC file extension: Pictures By PC Drawing File

File type Pictures By PC Drawing File Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VEC file is a Pictures By PC Drawing File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VEC files

Windows		 Pictures by PC


8.Detail information about VEC file extension: Movie.BYU Vector Result File

File type Movie.BYU Vector Result File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VEC file is a Movie.BYU Vector Result File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VEC files

Windows		 EnSight



How to convert VEC files to another file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for VEC files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve VEC to another files conversion, you may use the option.

VEC to IM7


Can't open a VEC file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.VEC”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the VEC extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support VEC file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of VEC files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a VEC file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a VEC file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a VEC file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the VEC file is damaged.
  • Whether the VEC file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the VEC file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the VEC file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the VEC file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a VEC file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a VEC file.

If the VEC file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.