EVC File Extension

What is EVC file?

Full format name of files that use EVC extension is Earthview. DeskSoft defined the Earthview format standard. EVC files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. EVC file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. Earthview is by far the most used program for working with EVC files. On the official website of DeskSoft developer not only will you find detailed information about theEarthview software, but also about EVC and other supported file formats.

Programs which support EVC file extension

Programs that can handle EVC files are as follows. EVC 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 EVC extension?

Being unable to open files with EVC extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Earthview 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 EVC files.

Step 1. Install Earthview software

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

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

If the problems with opening EVC files still occur even after installing Earthview, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Earthview is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Earthview installed, it may not support EVC format. The most recent version of Earthview is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Earthview files with Earthview

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the EVC with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Earthview is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open EVC files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with EVC extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Earthview and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with EVC extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the EVC for errors

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

1. Check the EVC file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the EVC is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the EVC file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the EVC file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If you obtained the problematic EVC file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the EVC file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Earthview file again.

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

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Earthview files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with EVC files affecting older versions of given software.

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