DBC File: What is it?

Researcher:   |   Edited: November 26, 2018

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DBC File Summary

File Extension DBC has five unique file types (with the primary being the FoxPro Database File format) and is mostly associated with Microsoft Visual FoxPro (Microsoft Corporation) and four other software programs. Generally, these files are considered Database Files, but they can also be 3D Image Files or Data Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. The main DBC file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

Please see the detailed information below to learn more about DBC files and the programs that can open them. In addition, we provide simple troubleshooting information to help you open your DBC file.

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Known DBC Files

  5 known file types use this extension

Dominant DBC File Type

.DBC
File Name:.dbc
Classification:FoxPro Database File

A DBC file is a database file created with Visual FoxPro and contains a database saved in the Database Container (DBC) format. It may include the names of files and items associated with it.

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
File Category:Database Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.dbc

Software Programs That Open The FoxPro Database File:


Microsoft Visual FoxPro by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Other DBC File Associations

.DBC
File Name:.dbc
Classification:DAZ Brick Camera File

A DBC file is a 3D image file created by DAZ Studio. It contains shader settings for objects captured by a virtual camera and can be opened and edited from the Shader Mixer view.

Programmer: DAZ 3D
File Category:3D Image Files

Software Programs That Open DAZ Brick Camera File Files:


DAZ Studio by DAZ 3D

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
.DBC
File Name:.dbc
Classification:OrCAD Capture CIS Database Configuration File

A DBC file is a database file related to OrCAD PCB designer.

Programmer: Cadence Design Systems
File Category:Database Files

Software Programs That Open OrCAD Capture CIS Database Configuration File Files:


OrCAD PCB Designer by Cadence Design Systems

Compatible with:

Windows
.DBC
File Name:.dbc
Classification:CANalyzer CANdb Network Data

A DBC file is a data file used for various purposes on the data traffic analyzer CANalyzer.

Programmer: Vector Informatik
File Category:Data Files

Software Programs That Open CANalyzer CANdb Network Data Files:


CANalyzer by Vector Informatik

Compatible with:

Windows
.DBC
File Name:.dbc
Classification:PROGNOSIS Database Collection Document File

A DBC file is a database file associated with the performance-monitoring software PROGNOSIS. It contains a database of collected documents.

Programmer: Integrated Research Limited
File Category:Database Files

Software Programs That Open PROGNOSIS Database Collection Document File Files:


PROGNOSIS by Integrated Research Limited

Compatible with:

Windows

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DBC Demand


Primary OS Ranking

Windows 7 (48%)
Windows 10 (42%)
Windows 8.1 (5%)
Windows XP (2%)

OS Ranking

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


Sources of DBC Problems


Issues Opening DBC Files

Microsoft Visual FoxPro is Not Installed

If you attempt to load your DBC file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open DBC Files". Usually, this is because you do not have Microsoft Visual FoxPro for %%os%% installed. You won't be able to double-click to open your DBC because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


Tip: When another DBC application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.


Obsolete Version of Microsoft Visual FoxPro

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a FoxPro Database File file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Visit the Microsoft Corporation website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Microsoft Visual FoxPro. Most of the time your FoxPro Database File file was created by a newer Microsoft Visual FoxPro than what you have installed.


Tip: Investigate your DBC file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Primarily, problems experienced when opening DBC files are due to having the incorrect version of Microsoft Visual FoxPro installed on your computer.


Other DBC File Issues

Even with the correct version of Microsoft Visual FoxPro installed, you can still experience difficulties opening DBCs. If you are still having problems opening DBC files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. Other contributing causes:

  • DBC file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Accidental deletion of the description of the DBC file in the Windows registry
  • Microsoft Visual FoxPro or another DBC application experienced a flawed installation
  • Your DBC file is corrupted (issues with your FoxPro Database File file itself)
  • Malware-tainted DBC file can't be opened
  • Hardware associated with DBC has outdated drivers
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your FoxPro Database File file successfully

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