DPCACHE File Extension

What is DPCACHE file?

Full format name of files that use DPCACHE extension is Apple IPhoto Cache. Apple IPhoto Cache specification was created by Apple, Inc.. Files with DPCACHE extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS platform. Files with DPCACHE extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The software recommended for managing DPCACHE files is iPhoto. iPhoto software was developed by Apple, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about DPCACHE files or the iPhoto software program.

Programs which support DPCACHE file extension

The following listing features DPCACHE-compatible programs. Files with DPCACHE extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with DPCACHE extension?

Being unable to open files with DPCACHE extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with DPCACHE files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with DPCACHE files.

Step 1. Install iPhoto software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DPCACHE files is that no program that can handle DPCACHE files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install iPhoto. 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 iPhoto installed is by going to developer’s website (Apple, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of iPhoto and update if needed

You still cannot access DPCACHE files although iPhoto is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that iPhoto cannot handle files with DPCACHE may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using iPhoto.

Step 3. Set the default application to open DPCACHE files to iPhoto

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the DPCACHE file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where iPhoto is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open DPCACHE files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Ensure that the DPCACHE file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the DPCACHE file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the DPCACHE in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the DPCACHE 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. If the DPCACHE file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the DPCACHE file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the DPCACHE file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 DPCACHE extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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 Apple IPhoto Cache file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open iPhoto

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Apple IPhoto Cache 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 DPCACHE files affecting older versions of given software.

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