VICAR File Extension

What is VICAR file?

VICAR filename suffix is mostly used for VICAR Graphics files. Files with VICAR extension may be used by programs distributed for , Windows platform. VICAR file belongs to the Graphic Files category just like 524 other filename extensions listed in our database. WINVICAR supports VICAR files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Open Channel Software developer not only will you find detailed information about theWINVICAR software, but also about VICAR and other supported file formats.

Programs which support VICAR file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support VICAR files. VICAR 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 VICAR extension?

Problems with accessing VICAR may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with VICAR files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install WINVICAR software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports VICAR files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select WINVICAR or one of the recommended programs (for example, XnView, Picture Resize Free Online Images Converter) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading WINVICAR installed is by going to developer’s website (Open Channel Software) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If the problems with opening VICAR files still occur even after installing WINVICAR, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of WINVICAR is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that WINVICAR cannot handle files with VICAR may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using WINVICAR.

Step 3. Set the default application to open VICAR files to WINVICAR

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate VICAR files with latest version of WINVICAR you have installed 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.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the VICAR 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 WINVICAR is installed, check the Always use this app to open VICAR 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 VICAR extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with VICAR extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the VICAR file is complete and free of errors

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

1. Check the VICAR file for viruses or malware

If the VICAR 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 VICAR file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If you obtained the problematic VICAR file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with VICAR 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the VICAR Graphics file.

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

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with VICAR Graphics 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 VICAR files affecting older versions of given software.

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