Basic information about VCG file

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

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


1.Detail information about VCG file extension: Microsoft SharePoint WorkSpace Groove VCard Contact

File type Microsoft SharePoint WorkSpace Groove VCard Contact Category Page Layout Files
Developer Microsoft Corporation File format N/A
Description VCG file is a Microsoft SharePoint WorkSpace Groove VCard Contact developed by Microsoft Corporation. Full format name of files that use VCG extension is Microsoft SharePoint WorkSpace Groove VCard Contact. Microsoft Corporation defined the Microsoft SharePoint WorkSpace Groove VCard Contact format standard. VCG files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. VCG file format, along with 574 other file formats, belongs to the Document Files category. Microsoft Office supports VCG files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. Microsoft Office software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about VCG files or the Microsoft Office software program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VCG files

Windows		 Microsoft Office
Microsoft SharePoint Workspace



How to convert another files to VCG file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for another files to VCG file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to VCG conversion, you may use the option.

SPB to VCG


Can't open a VCG 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.VCG”。

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 VCG extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the VCG 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.