HCE File Extension

What is HCE file?

HCE is a file extension commonly associated with HydroCAD Hydrograph Data Format files. HydroCAD Hydrograph Data Format specification was created by HydroCAD Software Solutions. Files with HCE extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. HCE file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. HydroCAD is by far the most used program for working with HCE files. HydroCAD software was developed by HydroCAD Software Solutions LLC, and on its official website you may find more information about HCE files or the HydroCAD software program.

Programs which support HCE file extension

Programs that can handle HCE files are as follows. Files with HCE 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.

How to open file with HCE extension?

Problems with accessing HCE may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to HydroCAD Hydrograph Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the HydroCAD

Problems with opening and working with HCE files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with HCE files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download HydroCAD and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit HydroCAD website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of HydroCAD and update if needed

If the problems with opening HCE files still occur even after installing HydroCAD, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of HydroCAD is available. 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 HCE files are not compatible with HydroCAD. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using HydroCAD.

Step 3. Assign HydroCAD to HCE files

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the HCE with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where HydroCAD is installed, check the Always use this app to open HCE files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with HCE extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with HCE extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the HCE for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper HCE file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the HCE is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the HCE file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. HCE file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the HCE file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with HCE extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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 HydroCAD Hydrograph Data Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle HydroCAD

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

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 HydroCAD Hydrograph Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the HCE files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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