What to do When NC Files Won’t Open

Why won’t your NC file open? You’ve tried double-clicking it, but it doesn’t come up, or you see an error message. So what do you do? This is a common issue with various file extensions because many extensions can be opened by multiple programs, and many programs can open a variety of extensions. It sounds confusing, but it's a lot easier to understand than you might think!

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Which program should you use?

Your computer may be trying to use the wrong program to open the NC file, or it may not have a program installed that can open the file. There are a few different programs you can use to open NC files, including Unknown Apple II File, Preprosessed GOC Source, and Geopath Machine Part File software. Try downloading one or more of these from the manufacturer’s website to open your NC file.

What type of file is it?

The file type is the key to opening NC files. NC files are usually considered CAD Files. You may already have a program on your computer that can open this type of file.

If the file type is unknown, you can find it in the file properties by following the steps below.

Computer Files
Windows:
  1. Right-click the file and click “Properties”.
  2. Look under “Type of File” for the file type.
Mac:
  1. Right-click the file and click “Properties".
  2. Look under “Kind” for the file type.

Who developed the software?

If you can’t find the right program to open your NC file, a software developer might be able to help you. Contact the developer of one of the most common programs for NC files from the list below.

Software Developer
Unknown Apple II File is developed by found on Golden Orchard Apple II CD Rom
Preprosessed GOC Source is developed by Microsoft Developer
Geopath Machine Part File is developed by SolutionWare Corporation
Numerical Control Machine Instructions is developed by Microsoft Developer
neatComponents is developed by PC Software Company
Mastercam NC Programs is developed by CNC Software Inc.
Graphics File is developed by Microsoft Developer
X-editor Program for CNC Machines is developed by X-net ApS
NetCDF Network Common Data Form is developed by Unidata

Why not try a universal file viewer?

A universal file viewer is a program that can open files with a wide range of extensions, depending on the file format. When you have NC files you can’t open, a universal file viewer like File Magic (Download) can open it for you. Just remember that some files aren’t compatible with this type of program, and they will only open in binary format.


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