Basic information about NXC file

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

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


1.Detail information about NXC file extension: Not eXactly C Source Code File

File type Not eXactly C Source Code File Category Developer Files
Developer John Hansen File format Text
Description NXC file is a Not eXactly C Source Code File developed by John Hansen. Source code file written in the Not eXactly C (NXC) programming language; may be used to program a LEGO Mindstorms NXT brick; can be opened with Bricx Command Center (BricxCC) to view the code with syntax highlighting; can also be viewed with a basic text editor.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NXC files

Windows		 Bricx Command Center
NBC
Any text editor
BricxCC

macOS		 NBC
Any text editor

Linux		 NBC
Any text editor



Can't open a NXC 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.NXC”。

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 NXC extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the NXC 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.