Four Easy Ways to Open DLC Files

The scenario: You have a file with the DLC file extension on your computer that you need to open. You double-click it as usual, expecting for a program to load it up, but sadly nothing happens. You try it again, but still nothing happens. What can you do? Try these four easy methods to open a troublesome DLC file.

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1st Method: Open it in another program.

When you double-click DLC files, your computer attempts to open it in a program associated with DLC files. If there’s no program associated with DLC files on your computer, the file won’t open. To open the file, download one of the most popular programs associated with DLC files such as Disclib Library Database, Model Dislocation File, or Echelon HQ Configuration File.

2nd Method: Take a hint from the file type.

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The DLC file extension usually indicates it's under the umbrella of Encoded Files. However, if it’s another file type, it might not open with one of the programs listed above. Take the following steps to find the file type:

  1. Right-click the file.
  2. Click “Properties” (Windows) or “More Info” (Mac).
  3. Locate the file type under either “Type of File” (Windows) or “Kind” (Mac).

3rd Method: Check with the developer.

So you’ve tried using a different program, you’ve confirmed the file type, and your DLC file still won’t open. Even if these methods were unsuccessful, you might still be able to reach out to a software developer for help. Use the chart below to find the developer for each of the programs mentioned above and contact them directly for assistance.

Software Developed By
Disclib Library Database Lyra Software Ltd.
Model Dislocation File Windows Software
Echelon HQ Configuration File Windows Programmer
3ds Max Animation Controller File Autodesk Inc.
DIGILINEAR Compressed Archive ) MURASE INDUSTRIES INC.(DIGILINEAR
JDownloader Download Link Container JDownloader Team

4th Method: Open it in a universal file viewer.

If the developer isn’t able to help, a universal file viewer probably can. File Magic (Download) and similar programs are designed to open a wide variety of file formats, including DLC files. Some aren’t compatible and will only open in binary. Download File Magic now to open you DLC and hundreds of other file types with one program!

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