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Basic information about DRC file

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

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


1.Detail information about DRC file extension: Dirac Video Format

File type Dirac Video Format Category Video Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DRC file is a Dirac Video Format. The drc file extension is associated with the Dirac, a video compression format developed by BBC Research & Development.

The drc file stores video and audio data encoded by Dirac codec.

Dirac format aims to provide high-quality video compression for Ultra HDTV
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DRC files

Windows		 VLC media player

macOS		 VLC media player for Mac

Linux		 VLC media player for Linux


2.Detail information about DRC file extension: DRM Rights Object

File type DRM Rights Object Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DRC file is a DRM Rights Object.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DRC files

Windows		 Any text editor
OrCAD PCB Designer

macOS
 Sony Ericsson DRM Packager
Any text editor


3.Detail information about DRC file extension: OrCAD Schematic Capture Design Rules Check Report

File type OrCAD Schematic Capture Design Rules Check Report Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DRC file is a OrCAD Schematic Capture Design Rules Check Report.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DRC files

Windows		 OrCAD PCB Designer


4.Detail information about DRC file extension: Delphi Resource String Data

File type Delphi Resource String Data Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DRC file is a Delphi Resource String Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DRC files

Windows		 Delphi


5.Detail information about DRC file extension: DriveCrypt Container File

File type DriveCrypt Container File Category Encoded Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DRC file is a DriveCrypt Container File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DRC files

Windows		 DRIVECRYPT



Can't open a DRC 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.DRC”。

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 DRC extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the DRC 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.