Basic information about SPC file

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

There are 15 file types using the SPC file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the SPC file with their brief description and a list of programs that support SPC file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the SPC file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the SPC file?
  • How to open a SPC file?
  • What programs do I need to open a SPC file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a SPC file?
  • How to convert SPC files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to SPC file format?


1.Detail information about SPC file extension: Spectrum 512 Compressed Image

File type Spectrum 512 Compressed Image Category Raster Image Files
Developer Atari File format Binary
Description SPC file is a Spectrum 512 Compressed Image developed by Atari. Compressed bitmap image created by Spectrum 512, a graphics program for Atari ST systems; supports bitmap graphics with up to 512 different colors; can still be opened with some image viewers.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files

Windows		 Newera Graphics Converter Pro
XnViewMP

macOS		 Lemkesoft GraphicConverter
XnViewMP

Linux		 XnViewMP


2.Detail information about SPC file extension: Software Publisher Certificate File

File type Software Publisher Certificate File Category Web Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description SPC file is a Software Publisher Certificate File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files

Windows		 OpenSSL
Microsoft File Signing Tool
Microsoft Pvk2Pfx
XnView

macOS
 OpenSSL

Linux		 OpenSSL


3.Detail information about SPC file extension: SNES Soundtrack File

File type SNES Soundtrack File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description SPC file is a SNES Soundtrack File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files

Windows		 Nullsoft Winamp with SNESAmp plug-in
Audio Overload
Foobar2000
vspcplay

macOS
 Audio Overload
Cog

Linux		 Audio Overload
Audacious
vspcplay


4.Detail information about SPC file extension: Atari Compressed Spectrum Bitmap Picture

File type Atari Compressed Spectrum Bitmap Picture Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a Atari Compressed Spectrum Bitmap Picture.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files


5.Detail information about SPC file extension: Microsoft Multiplan File

File type Microsoft Multiplan File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a Microsoft Multiplan File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files


6.Detail information about SPC file extension: X-12-Arima Input Specification File

File type X-12-Arima Input Specification File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a X-12-Arima Input Specification File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files

Windows		 X-12-ARIMA


7.Detail information about SPC file extension: SpchComp Encoded Speech

File type SpchComp Encoded Speech Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a SpchComp Encoded Speech.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files


8.Detail information about SPC file extension: SPC Spectral And Chromatographic Data File

File type SPC Spectral And Chromatographic Data File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a SPC Spectral And Chromatographic Data File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files


9.Detail information about SPC file extension: Corel WordPerfect Temporary File

File type Corel WordPerfect Temporary File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a Corel WordPerfect Temporary File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files

Windows		 Corel WordPerfect
Corel WordPerfect Office


10.Detail information about SPC file extension: Crimson Editor Language Specification File

File type Crimson Editor Language Specification File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a Crimson Editor Language Specification File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files

Windows		 Crimson Editor


11.Detail information about SPC file extension: Interact Shark Port Code Save File

File type Interact Shark Port Code Save File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a Interact Shark Port Code Save File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files


12.Detail information about SPC file extension: PKCS #7 Certificate

File type PKCS #7 Certificate Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a PKCS #7 Certificate.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files


13.Detail information about SPC file extension: J. Swiatek SP ZX Spectrum Emulator Tape File

File type J. Swiatek SP ZX Spectrum Emulator Tape File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a J. Swiatek SP ZX Spectrum Emulator Tape File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files


14.Detail information about SPC file extension: ZEMAX Spectrum Source File

File type ZEMAX Spectrum Source File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a ZEMAX Spectrum Source File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files

Windows		 ZEMAX


15.Detail information about SPC file extension: Graphics Magician Picture Painter Bitmap Image

File type Graphics Magician Picture Painter Bitmap Image Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SPC file is a Graphics Magician Picture Painter Bitmap Image.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SPC files



Can't open a SPC 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.SPC”。

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 SPC extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SPC 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.