Basic information about MRC file

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

There are 4 file types using the MRC file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the MRC file with their brief description and a list of programs that support MRC file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the MRC file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the MRC file?
  • How to open a MRC file?
  • What programs do I need to open a MRC file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a MRC file?
  • How to convert MRC files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to MRC file format?


1.Detail information about MRC file extension: mIRC Script File

File type mIRC Script File Category Executable Files
Developer mIRC File format N/A
Description MRC file is a mIRC Script File developed by mIRC. Script for mIRC, an Internet relay chat program; can be created using the mIRC Scripts Editor; used for automating functions within mIRC, such as creating dialog windows and protecting users and channels against spam and flooding.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MRC files

Windows		 mIRC
Edit with a text editor


2.Detail information about MRC file extension: MARC Bibliographic Data

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

Windows		 MarcEdit


3.Detail information about MRC file extension: Medical Research Council File

File type Medical Research Council File Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description MRC file is a Medical Research Council File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MRC files


4.Detail information about MRC file extension: Android File

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

Android		 Google Android



Can't open a MRC 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.MRC”。

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 MRC extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the MRC 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.