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Basic information about OSC file

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

There are 2 file types using the OSC file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the OSC file with their brief description and a list of programs that support OSC file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the OSC file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the OSC file?
  • How to open a OSC file?
  • What programs do I need to open a OSC file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a OSC file?
  • How to convert OSC files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to OSC file format?


1.Detail information about OSC file extension: OpenStreetMap Change File

File type OpenStreetMap Change File Category GIS Files
Developer OpenStreetMap File format Text
Description OSC file is a OpenStreetMap Change File developed by OpenStreetMap. Street map data file created in the OpenStreetMap Change (OSC) format; contains modification data for an existing .OSM street map; enables a central or existing street map to be updated with new data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert OSC files

Windows		 Merkaartor
osmchange

macOS		 Merkaartor

Linux		 Merkaartor
osmchange


2.Detail information about OSC file extension: Obix Source Code File

File type Obix Source Code File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format Text
Description OSC file is a Obix Source Code File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert OSC files

Windows		 Obix

Linux		 Obix



Can't open a OSC 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.OSC”。

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 OSC extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the OSC 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.