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Basic information about 2DC file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension 2DC（*.2DC or *.2dc）, 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 2DC file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the 2DC file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the 2DC file with their brief description and a list of programs that support 2DC file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the 2DC file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the 2DC file?
  • How to open a 2DC file?
  • What programs do I need to open a 2DC file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a 2DC file?
  • How to convert 2DC files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to 2DC file format?


1.Detail information about 2DC file extension: Cadwork Catalog

File type Cadwork Catalog Category
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description 2DC file is a Cadwork Catalog. The 2dc file extension is associated with the Cadwork 3D, a CAD software for Microsoft Windows operating system, used in woodworking industry, developed by Cadwork.

The 2dc file contains catalog from Cadwork 3D.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert 2DC files

Windows		 Cadwork 3D



Can't open a 2DC 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.2DC”。

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 2DC extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support 2DC 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 2DC 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 2DC file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a 2DC 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 2DC file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the 2DC file is damaged.
  • Whether the 2DC file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the 2DC file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the 2DC file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the 2DC file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a 2DC file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a 2DC file.

If the 2DC 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.