Basic information about MGC file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension MGC（*.MGC or *.mgc）, 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 MGC file yourself.

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


1.Detail information about MGC file extension: Microsoft Clip Organizer Media Catalog

File type Microsoft Clip Organizer Media Catalog Category Vector Image Files
Developer Microsoft File format Binary
Description MGC file is a Microsoft Clip Organizer Media Catalog developed by Microsoft. File used by Clip Organizer, a clip art program included with Microsoft Office; saves a collection of clip art that can be inserted into documents or presentations; can be used for sharing groups of clip art images with others.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MGC files

Windows		 Microsoft Office 2016
Equation Illustrator


2.Detail information about MGC file extension: MGCSoft Equation Illustrator File

File type MGCSoft Equation Illustrator File Category Data Files
Developer MGCSoft File format N/A
Description MGC file is a MGCSoft Equation Illustrator File developed by MGCSoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MGC files

Windows		 MGCSoft Equation Illustrator



Can't open a MGC 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.MGC”。

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 MGC extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support MGC 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 MGC 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 MGC file?

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

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

If the MGC 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.