LCN File Extension

What is LCN file?

LCN filename suffix is mostly used for Corel WordPerfect Dictionary Format files. Corel WordPerfect Dictionary Format specification was created by Corel Corporation. Files with LCN extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with LCN extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. Users are advised to use WordPerfect Office software for managing LCN files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. WordPerfect Office software was developed by Corel Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about LCN files or the WordPerfect Office software program.

Programs which support LCN file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support LCN files. Files with LCN suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with LCN extension?

Being unable to open files with LCN extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with LCN files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install WordPerfect Office

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening LCN files is that no program that can handle LCN files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download WordPerfect Office and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading WordPerfect Office installed is by going to developer’s website (Corel Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update WordPerfect Office to the latest version

If you already have WordPerfect Office installed on your systems and LCN files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why LCN files are not compatible with WordPerfect Office. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using WordPerfect Office.

Step 3. Set the default application to open LCN files to WordPerfect Office

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate LCN files with latest version of WordPerfect Office you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the LCN file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed, check the Always use this app to open LCN files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the LCN file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select WordPerfect Office and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with LCN extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the LCN for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the LCN file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the LCN file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the LCN is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. LCN file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with LCN extension is complete and error-free

If the LCN file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the LCN file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle WordPerfect Office

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with LCN extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Corel WordPerfect Dictionary Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with LCN files affecting older versions of given software.

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