Basic information about TFC file

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

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


1.Detail information about TFC file extension: Unreal Engine 3 Texture File Cache

File type Unreal Engine 3 Texture File Cache Category Raster Image Files
Developer Epic Games File format Binary
Description TFC file is a Unreal Engine 3 Texture File Cache developed by Epic Games. 3D model file used by games developed with the Unreal Engine 3 technology; contains streamed textures used for applying the surface appearance to 3D models, such as characters or other game objects.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TFC files

Windows		 Epic Games Unreal Engine
Rocksteady Studios Batman: Arkham City
Batman: Arkham Asylum
Bioshock
Bioshock 2
Gears of War
Mass Effect
Mass Effect 2
Mass Effect 3
Medal of Honor Airborne
Singularity
Unreal Tournament 3



Can't open a TFC 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.TFC”。

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 TFC extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the TFC 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.