CACHE-3 File Extension

What is CACHE-3 file?

CACHE-3 is a file extension commonly associated with VLC Media Player Font Cache files. CACHE-3 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. CACHE-3 file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The software recommended for managing CACHE-3 files is VLC media player. Software named VLC media player was created by VideoLAN Project Team. In order to find more detailed information on the software and CACHE-3 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support CACHE-3 file extension

The following listing features CACHE-3-compatible programs. CACHE-3 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with CACHE-3 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening CACHE-3 files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to VLC Media Player Font Cache files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install VLC media player

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening CACHE-3 files is that no program that can handle CACHE-3 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download VLC media player and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download VLC media player installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit VideoLAN Project Team website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of VLC media player

You still cannot access CACHE-3 files although VLC media player is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why CACHE-3 files are not compatible with VLC media player. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using VLC media player.

Step 3. Set the default application to open CACHE-3 files to VLC media player

If you have the latest version of VLC media player installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage CACHE-3 on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the CACHE-3 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where VLC media player is installed, check the Always use this app to open CACHE-3 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the CACHE-3 file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select VLC media player and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with CACHE-3 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the CACHE-3 is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the CACHE-3 file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The CACHE-3 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the CACHE-3 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the CACHE-3 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the CACHE-3 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the CACHE-3 file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic CACHE-3 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with CACHE-3 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the VLC Media Player Font Cache file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle VLC media player

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support CACHE-3 files. Close all running programs and try opening the CACHE-3 file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with VLC Media Player Font Cache files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the CACHE-3 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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