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Basic information about PLC file

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

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


1.Detail information about PLC file extension: P-CAD Database File

File type P-CAD Database File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PLC file is a P-CAD Database File. The plc file extension is used by DocumentDirect, DocumentDirect Application Suite, and DocumentDirect for the Internet by Mobius Management Systems, Inc.

The plc file stores some kind of data used by these applications.

Mime types:
application/vnd.Mobius.PLC

This plc file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PLC files

Windows		 P-CAD


2.Detail information about PLC file extension: PL/B Source File

File type PL/B Source File Category Developer Files
Developer Sunbelt File format N/A
Description PLC file is a PL/B Source File developed by Sunbelt.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PLC files

Windows		 Sunbelt Visual PL/B

Linux		 Sunbelt Visual PL/B


3.Detail information about PLC file extension: Lotus Add-in Functions Macros Applications

File type Lotus Add-in Functions Macros Applications Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PLC file is a Lotus Add-in Functions Macros Applications.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PLC files

Windows		 Lotus 1-2-3


4.Detail information about PLC file extension: Mobius Management Systems File Format

File type Mobius Management Systems File Format Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PLC file is a Mobius Management Systems File Format.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PLC files


5.Detail information about PLC file extension: Former Build Script File

File type Former Build Script File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PLC file is a Former Build Script File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PLC files



Can't open a PLC 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.PLC”。

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 PLC extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PLC 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.