Basic information about RC file

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

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


1.Detail information about RC file extension: Resource Script

File type Resource Script Category Developer Files
Developer Microsoft File format Text
Description RC file is a Resource Script developed by Microsoft. Developer file used by software development applications such as Visual Studio and Borland C++; saved in a plain text format and includes references to resources, such as user interface components, images, or icon files; used for compiling the resources into .RES files used by the final program build.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RC files

Windows		 File Viewer Plus
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017
Embarcadero C++Builder
Borland C++Builder
Resource Hacker
Adobe ExtendScript
C++ Builder
PowerBASIC
Resource Workshop


2.Detail information about RC file extension: GNU Emacs Configuration Record File

File type GNU Emacs Configuration Record File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description RC file is a GNU Emacs Configuration Record File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RC files

Linux		 GNU Emacs


3.Detail information about RC file extension: Mozilla (Netscape) Subscription Information File

File type Mozilla (Netscape) Subscription Information File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description RC file is a Mozilla (Netscape) Subscription Information File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RC files

Windows		 Netscape Navigator
Firefox
SeaMonkey

macOS
 Firefox for Mac

Linux		 Firefox for Linux
Seamonkey for Linux


4.Detail information about RC file extension: Left 4 Dead File

File type Left 4 Dead File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description RC file is a Left 4 Dead File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RC files

Windows		 Left 4 Dead


5.Detail information about RC file extension: LabVIEW Configuration File

File type LabVIEW Configuration File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description RC file is a LabVIEW Configuration File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RC files

Windows		 LabVIEW



Can't open a RC 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.RC”。

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 RC extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the RC 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.