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Basic information about PCH file

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

There are 5 file types using the PCH file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PCH file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PCH file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PCH file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PCH file?
  • How to open a PCH file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PCH file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PCH file?
  • How to convert PCH files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PCH file format?


1.Detail information about PCH file extension: Pixeur Colour History File

File type Pixeur Colour History File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PCH file is a Pixeur Colour History File. The PCH file extension is related to Pixeur color management and editing tool. A *.pch file used in this utility contains saved colour history.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PCH files

Windows		 Pixeur


2.Detail information about PCH file extension: Nastran Punch Output File

File type Nastran Punch Output File Category Data Files
Developer MSC Software File format Text
Description PCH file is a Nastran Punch Output File developed by MSC Software.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PCH files

Windows		 MSC Nastran

Linux		 MSC Nastran


3.Detail information about PCH file extension: Precompiled Header File

File type Precompiled Header File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format Text
Description PCH file is a Precompiled Header File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PCH files

Windows		 Microsoft Visual Studio 2017
Code::Blocks
Any text editor

macOS
 Apple Xcode
Code::Blocks
MacroMates TextMate
Any text editor

Linux		 Code::Blocks


4.Detail information about PCH file extension: Generic Patch File

File type Generic Patch File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PCH file is a Generic Patch File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PCH files


5.Detail information about PCH file extension: Spotmau PowerSuite Professional

File type Spotmau PowerSuite Professional Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PCH file is a Spotmau PowerSuite Professional.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PCH files

Windows		 Spotmau PowerSuite



Can't open a PCH 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.PCH”。

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 PCH extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PCH 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.