TVC File Extension

What is TVC file?

Full format name of files that use TVC extension is IBM Lotus 1-2-3 Table. IBM defined the IBM Lotus 1-2-3 Table format standard. Files with TVC extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with TVC extension are categorized as Document Files files. The Document Files subset comprises 574 various file formats. Lotus 1-2-3 is by far the most used program for working with TVC files. Software named Lotus 1-2-3 was created by IBM. In order to find more detailed information on the software and TVC files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support TVC file extension

Programs that can handle TVC files are as follows. Files with TVC 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 TVC extension?

Being unable to open files with TVC extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to IBM Lotus 1-2-3 Table 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. Download and install Lotus 1-2-3

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports TVC files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Lotus 1-2-3 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. The safest method of downloading Lotus 1-2-3 installed is by going to developer’s website (IBM) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Lotus 1-2-3 and update if needed

You still cannot access TVC files although Lotus 1-2-3 is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Lotus 1-2-3 cannot handle files with TVC may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Lotus 1-2-3 is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open TVC files to Lotus 1-2-3

After installing Lotus 1-2-3 (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open TVC files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the TVC file and choose 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 Lotus 1-2-3 is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open TVC files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the TVC 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
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with TVC extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the TVC for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the TVC file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the TVC is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the TVC file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the TVC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If you obtained the problematic TVC 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. It could happen the the download process of file with TVC 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.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the IBM Lotus 1-2-3 Table file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Lotus 1-2-3

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

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 IBM Lotus 1-2-3 Table files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with TVC files affecting older versions of given software.

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