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OC_ File Extension

Compressed ActiveX Control
  • Category
    Archive Files
  • Popularity
    3 (3 votes)

What is OC_ file?

OC_ filename suffix is mostly used for Compressed ActiveX Control files. Files with OC_ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. OC_ file belongs to the Archive Files category just like 619 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports OC_ files is Microsoft Windows. Microsoft Windows software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about OC_ files or the Microsoft Windows software program.

Programs which support OC_ file extension

Programs that can handle OC_ files are as follows. OC_ files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Programs that support OC_ file

How to open file with OC_ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening OC_ files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with OC_ 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. Install Microsoft Windows software

Install software to open OC_ file Problems with opening and working with OC_ files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with OC_ files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Microsoft Windows and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Windows installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Windows to the latest version

Update software that support file extension OC_If you already have Microsoft Windows installed on your systems and OC_ 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 OC_ files are not compatible with Microsoft Windows. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Windows.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Windows to OC_ files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate OC_ files with latest version of Microsoft Windows you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Associate software with OC_ file on Windows

Change the default application in Windows

  • Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the OC_ 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 Microsoft Windows is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open OC_ files and clicking OK.
Associate software with OC_ file on Mac

Change the default application in Mac OS

  • By clicking right mouse button on the selected OC_ 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 Microsoft Windows and click Change for all...
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with OC_ extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the OC_ is not faulty

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

Check OC_ file for viruses
1. Verify that the OC_ in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the OC_ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the OC_ file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the OC_ 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. It could happen the the download process of file with OC_ 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Windows

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

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 Compressed ActiveX Control file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle OC_ files.

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