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Basic information about SFCACHE file

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

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


1.Detail information about SFCACHE file extension: ReadyBoost Cache File

File type ReadyBoost Cache File Category System Files
Developer Microsoft File format N/A
Description SFCACHE file is a ReadyBoost Cache File developed by Microsoft. An SFCACHE file is a cache file used by Windows Vista and 7 that may be created on a flash memory device. It adds additional memory that Windows may access as virtual RAM, which may help improve system performance.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SFCACHE files

Windows
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows 7
Microsoft Windows 8
Microsoft Windows Vista
ReadyBoost



Can't open a SFCACHE 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.SFCACHE”。

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 SFCACHE extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SFCACHE 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.