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FXCB File Extension

Crysis Shader Cache
  • Developer
    CRYTEK
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What is FXCB file?

FXCB is a file extension commonly associated with Crysis Shader Cache files. Crysis Shader Cache format was developed by CRYTEK. FXCB file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. FXCB file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing FXCB files is Crysis. Software named Crysis was created by CRYTEK. In order to find more detailed information on the software and FXCB files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support FXCB file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support FXCB files. FXCB files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Programs that support FXCB file

Windows Windows

How to open file with FXCB extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening FXCB files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Crysis Shader Cache files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with FXCB files.

Step 1. Download and install Crysis

Install software to open FXCB file Problems with opening and working with FXCB files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with FXCB files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Crysis 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 Crysis installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit CRYTEK website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Crysis

Update software that support file extension FXCBYou still cannot access FXCB files although Crysis 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. If you have an older version of Crysis installed, it may not support FXCB format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Crysis.

Step 3. Associate Crysis Shader Cache files with Crysis

If you have the latest version of Crysis installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage FXCB on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Associate software with FXCB 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 FXCB file
  • Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
  • To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Crysis installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open FXCB files box and clicking OK button.
Associate software with FXCB file on Mac

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

  • From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with FXCB extension, select Information
  • Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
  • Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with FXCB extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the FXCB for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the FXCB file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

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

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

If the FXCB 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 FXCB file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 Crysis Shader Cache file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Crysis

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

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 Crysis Shader Cache files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the FXCB files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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