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FC2 File Extension

Poser Face Pose Format
  • Developer
    Smith Micro
  • Category
  • Popularity
    3 (43 votes)

What is FC2 file?

FC2 filename suffix is mostly used for Poser Face Pose Format files. Poser Face Pose Format format was developed by Smith Micro. FC2 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. FC2 file format, along with 622 other file formats, belongs to the 3D Image Files category. The most popular program for handling FC2 files is Micro Poser, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Micro Poser software was developed by Smith Micro Software, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about FC2 files or the Micro Poser software program.

Programs which support FC2 file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open FC2 files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with FC2 extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Programs that support FC2 file

How to open file with FC2 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening FC2 files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with FC2 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. Get the Micro Poser

Install software to open FC2 file Problems with opening and working with FC2 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with FC2 files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Micro Poser developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Micro Poser installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Smith Micro Software, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Micro Poser to the latest version

Update software that support file extension FC2If you already have Micro Poser installed on your systems and FC2 files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why FC2 files are not compatible with Micro Poser. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Micro Poser.

Step 3. Assign Micro Poser to FC2 files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate FC2 files with latest version of Micro Poser you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Associate software with FC2 file on Windows

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

  • Right-click the FC2 file and choose Open with option
  • Select Choose another app → More apps
  • To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Micro Poser installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open FC2 files box and clicking OK button.
Associate software with FC2 file on Mac

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

  • Right-click the FC2 file and 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 FC2 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the FC2 is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the FC2 file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

Check FC2 file for viruses
1. Check the FC2 file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the FC2 file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the FC2 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the FC2 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with FC2 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Poser Face Pose Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Micro Poser

If the systems has insufficient resources to open FC2 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Poser Face Pose Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with FC2 files affecting older versions of given software.

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