QCF File Extension

What is QCF file?

QCF filename suffix is mostly used for Microsoft QBasic Coordinates files. Microsoft QBasic Coordinates specification was created by Microsoft Corporation. Files with QCF extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with QCF extension are categorized as Developer Files files. The Developer Files subset comprises 1205 various file formats. The most popular program for handling QCF files is QuickBASIC, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theQuickBASIC software, but also about QCF and other supported file formats.

Programs which support QCF file extension

The following listing features QCF-compatible programs. Files with QCF 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 QCF extension?

Problems with accessing QCF may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Microsoft QBasic Coordinates files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the QuickBASIC

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports QCF files installed on the system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing QuickBASIC or different compatible program, such as MS-DOS. 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 QuickBASIC installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

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

If the problems with opening QCF files still occur even after installing QuickBASIC, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of QuickBASIC is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of QuickBASIC installed, it may not support QCF format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using QuickBASIC.

Step 3. Set the default application to open QCF files to QuickBASIC

If you have the latest version of QuickBASIC installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage QCF 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.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the QCF file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where QuickBASIC is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open QCF files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the QCF file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with QCF extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the QCF is not faulty

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

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

If the QCF is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the QCF file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the QCF 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. If the QCF file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Microsoft QBasic Coordinates file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle QuickBASIC

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with QCF extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Microsoft QBasic Coordinates files. It may be the case that the QCF files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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