SWC File Extension

What is SWC file?

SWC is a file extension commonly associated with Flex Components Archive files. Flex Components Archive specification was created by Adobe Systems. Files with SWC extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. SWC file format, along with 1205 other file formats, belongs to the Developer Files category. The most popular program for handling SWC files is Adobe Flex, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Adobe Systems Incorporated developer not only will you find detailed information about theAdobe Flex software, but also about SWC and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SWC file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open SWC files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. SWC files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with SWC extension?

Problems with accessing SWC may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with SWC 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 SWC files.

Step 1. Get the Adobe Flex

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening SWC files is that no program that can handle SWC files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Adobe Flex or different compatible program, such as Adobe Flash. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Adobe Flex installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Adobe Systems Incorporated website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Adobe Flex

If the problems with opening SWC files still occur even after installing Adobe Flex, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Adobe Flex is available. 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 Adobe Flex installed, it may not support SWC format. The latest version of Adobe Flex should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Flex Components Archive files with Adobe Flex

If you have the latest version of Adobe Flex installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SWC on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the SWC file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Adobe Flex is installed, check the Always use this app to open SWC files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected SWC file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Adobe Flex and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with SWC extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the SWC for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the SWC file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the SWC file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the SWC file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. SWC file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the SWC file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 SWC 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Flex Components Archive file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Adobe Flex

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support SWC files. Close all running programs and try opening the SWC file.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Flex Components Archive file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SWC files.

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