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DCPY File Extension

Disk Copy
  • Developer
    Apple, Inc.
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  • Popularity
    5 (1 votes)

What is DCPY file?

DCPY is a file extension commonly associated with Disk Copy files. Disk Copy specification was created by Apple, Inc.. Files with DCPY extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS platform. DCPY file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular software that supports DCPY files is Disk Copy. On the official website of Apple, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theDisk Copy software, but also about DCPY and other supported file formats.

Programs which support DCPY file extension

The following listing features DCPY-compatible programs. Files with DCPY suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Programs that support DCPY file

How to open file with DCPY extension?

Problems with accessing DCPY may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with DCPY extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the Disk Copy

Install software to open DCPY file The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports DCPY files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Disk Copy developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Disk Copy installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Apple, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Disk Copy

Update software that support file extension DCPYYou still cannot access DCPY files although Disk Copy is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Disk Copy installed, it may not support DCPY format. The latest version of Disk Copy should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Disk Copy to DCPY files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate DCPY files with latest version of Disk Copy you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Associate software with DCPY file on Windows

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

  • Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the DCPY file
  • Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
  • The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Disk Copy is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open DCPY files and clicking OK.
Associate software with DCPY file on Mac

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

  • By clicking right mouse button on the selected DCPY file open the file menu and choose Information
  • Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
  • Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with DCPY extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the DCPY for errors

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

Check DCPY file for viruses
1. Check the DCPY file for viruses or malware

If the DCPY is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the DCPY file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the DCPY file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the DCPY file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with DCPY extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative 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 Disk Copy file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Disk Copy

If the systems has insufficient resources to open DCPY files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 Disk Copy files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DCPY files affecting older versions of given software.

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