SLC File Extension

What is SLC file?

SLC filename suffix is mostly used for 3D Systems SLiCe Format files. Files with SLC extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with SLC extension are categorized as 3D Image Files files. The 3D Image Files subset comprises 622 various file formats. The most popular software that supports SLC files is 3D Object Converter. On the official website of 3D Object Converter Team developer not only will you find detailed information about the3D Object Converter software, but also about SLC and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SLC file extension

Programs that can handle SLC files are as follows. Files with SLC 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 SLC extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening SLC files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with SLC extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with SLC files.

Step 1. Download and install 3D Object Converter

Problems with opening and working with SLC files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SLC files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download 3D Object Converter 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 3D Object Converter installed is by going to developer’s website (3D Object Converter Team) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of 3D Object Converter

You still cannot access SLC files although 3D Object Converter 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 The reason that 3D Object Converter cannot handle files with SLC may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of 3D Object Converter is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open SLC files to 3D Object Converter

After installing 3D Object Converter (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open SLC files. 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

• Clicking the SLC with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where 3D Object Converter is installed, check the Always use this app to open SLC files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SLC extension, select 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
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with SLC extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the SLC is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the SLC file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The SLC may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the SLC is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the SLC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

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

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the 3D Systems SLiCe Format file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open 3D Object Converter

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with SLC 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 3D Systems SLiCe Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SLC files.

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