FCS File Description

Author:   |   Amended: November 26, 2018

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FCS File Summary

Most FCS files can be viewed with three known software applications, typically Verity Software House V-Comp developed by Interscape. It's main file type association is the Flow Cytometry Standard File format, but also includes two other rarely-seen file types. FCS files are categorized ordinarily as Data Files. Other file types can be Game Files or Spreadsheet Files.

The FCS File Extension can be viewed on the Windows and Mac operating systems. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. The main FCS file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

Although there is a lot more to know about FCS files, those are the most important details of these types of files. If you are having trouble opening these files, or would like more detailed information, please see our comprehensive information below.

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Known FCS Files

  3 known file types use this extension

Principal FCS Type

.FCS
Extension:.fcs
File Type:Flow Cytometry Standard File

The FCS file is a data file standard used for writing and reading flow cytometry experiment data.The FCS file contains one or more datasets, which is a collection of information produced by a cytometer.The FSC standard is developed and maintained by the International Society for Advancement of Cytometry (ISAC).The FCS file was developed in 1984 and became a standard format supported by a large amount of flow cytometry software and hardware.

Company: Interscape
Function:Data Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.fcs

Software Programs That Open The Flow Cytometry Standard File:


Verity Software House V-Comp by Interscape

Windows
Mac

Additional FCS Files

.FCS
Extension:.fcs
File Type:FCEUX Save State File

The FCS file also is a Save state created by FCEUX.The FCS file stores the complete state of a game at a point in time.FCEUX is an NES, Famicom, and Famicom Disk System emulator.

Company: Open Source
Function:Game Files

Software Programs That Open FCEUX Save State File Files:


FCEUX by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows
.FCS
Extension:.fcs
File Type:First Choice Spreadsheet

The FCS file is a spreadsheet created with the First Choice productivity suite.

Company: SoftKey
Function:Spreadsheet Files

Software Programs That Open First Choice Spreadsheet Files:


SoftKey PFS First Choice by SoftKey

Compatible with:

Windows

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FCS File Popularity


OS Ranking

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


Understanding FCS Issues


Typical FCS Opening Challenges

Verity Software House V-Comp Removed

When trying to open your FCS file, you get the error "Can't Open FCS File Type". If so, it typically means that you don't have Verity Software House V-Comp installed for %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your FCS with Verity Software House V-Comp, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens FCS files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


Outdated Verity Software House V-Comp

It is possible that your version of Verity Software House V-Comp isn't able to open your Flow Cytometry Standard File file due to incompatibility. If you do not have the proper version Verity Software House V-Comp (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. The primary cause of this problem is that your Flow Cytometry Standard File file was created by a different (newer) version of Verity Software House V-Comp than what's installed.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of FCS file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Summary: Not having the right Verity Software House V-Comp version on your computer can cause problems opening FCS files.


More Causes of Problems Opening FCSs

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Verity Software House V-Comp will resolve your issue. Other FCS opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. These issues include:

  • Windows Registry FCS file paths that are incorrect
  • Corruption of the FCS file description inside the Registry
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the FCS format
  • Your FCS can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Malware-tainted FCS file can't be opened
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your FCS file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Insufficient system resources to successfully open Flow Cytometry Standard File files

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