SWC File Description

Written by:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

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SWC File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that SWC files are associated with two unique file types (the most prevalent being the Flex Components Archive format) and can be viewed primarily with Adobe Animate CC 2017, including three other known software applications (listed below). The majority of SWC files are considered Developer Files, but they can also be Game Files.

SWC files are found on both mobile and desktop platforms and can be opened using Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

If you would like to learn more about SWC files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic SWC file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

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Sorts of SWC Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Principal SWC Type

.SWC
Extension:.swc
File Type:Flex Components Archive

The SWC file suffix is typically related to the Adobe Flash which is a multimedia platform that enables users to add animation, video, and interactivity to web pages. An SWC file is used for component distribution used by the program. The SWC file is an archive file that mainly contains ActionScript files, debugs data and icons.

Author: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Division:Developer Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.swc

Software Programs That Open The Flex Components Archive:


Adobe Animate CC 2017 by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Windows
Mac

Adobe Flash Player by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Windows
Mac
Linux

Adobe Flex by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Windows
Mac

More SWC Files

.SWC
Extension:.swc
File Type:Super Nintendo Wild Card ROM File

This SWC file suffix is commonly related to some emulators of Super Nintendo Entertainment System which is a video gaming console. This SWC file usually used to stores ROM grabbed data from SNES cartridge with Super Wildcard copy device and it can be played on a PC by using a SNES emulator.

Author: Snes9x Team
Division:Game Files

Software Programs That Open Super Nintendo Wild Card ROM File Files:


Snes9x by Snes9x Team

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux

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SWC Demand


Top PC Operating Systems

Windows (97.14%)
Macintosh (2.06%)
Linux (0.73%)
Chrome (0.05%)
Other (0.01%)


Troubleshoot SWC Files


Troubles Opening SWC Files

Adobe Animate CC 2017 is Not Installed

When trying to open your SWC file, you get the error "Can't Open SWC File Type". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Adobe Animate CC 2017 isn't installed on your PC. The OS won't know what to do with your SWC file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


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


Incorrect Adobe Animate CC 2017 Version

Sometimes your installed version of Adobe Animate CC 2017 won't support your Flex Components Archive file. Visit the Adobe Systems Incorporated website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Adobe Animate CC 2017. This problem is predominately due to having a Flex Components Archive file version that was created by a newer version of Adobe Animate CC 2017 than what you have installed on your PC.


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


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening SWC files are due to having the wrong version of Adobe Animate CC 2017 installed.


Additional SWC Opening Issues

Although you might already have Adobe Animate CC 2017 or another SWC-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening Flex Components Archive files. Other SWC opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Other contributing causes:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for SWC
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the SWC file inside the Windows Registry
  • Adobe Animate CC 2017 or another SWC application experienced a flawed installation
  • SWC file corruption
  • Past or present virus infection has affected your SWC
  • Drivers associated with SWC software need to be updated
  • Insufficient system resources to successfully open Flex Components Archive files

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