What is the MGC File Extension?

Reporter:   |   Revised: December 05, 2018

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MGC File Summary

File Extension MGC has three unique file types (with the primary being the Microsoft Clip Organizer Media Catalog format) and is mostly associated with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Corporation) and one other software programs. Generally, these files are considered Vector Image Files, but they can also be Data Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. MGC files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

Interested to learn more about the MGC File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens MGC files, and other troubleshooting tips.

Low
Popular
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Ranking

/ 11690

Active

Importance

5

December

2018

Edited

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Kinds of MGC Files

  3 known file types use this extension

Chief MGC Description

.MGC
Extension:.mgc
Type:Microsoft Clip Organizer Media Catalog

Microsoft Clip Organizer Media Catalog saves a collection of clip art. This collection can be inserted into documents or presentations.

Author: Microsoft Corporation
File Category:Vector Image Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.mgc

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft Clip Organizer Media Catalog:


Microsoft Office by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac

Alternative MGC Types

.MGC
Extension:.mgc
Type:MGCSoft Equation Illustrator File

MGCSoft Equation Illustrator File is the main data file saved by MGCSoft Equation Editor/Illustrator program, which is designed for writing out complex mathematical equations.

Author: MGCSoft
File Category:Data Files

Software Programs That Open MGCSoft Equation Illustrator File Files:


MGCSoft Equation Illustrator by MGCSoft

Compatible with:

Windows
.MGC
Extension:.mgc
Type:Equation Illustrator Data File

MGC file is the main data file used by Equation Illustrator, an application used to create formulas with graphical representation.

Author: MGCSoft
File Category:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Equation Illustrator Data File Files:


MGCSoft Equation Illustrator by MGCSoft

Compatible with:

Windows

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MGC Demand


Primary Browsers

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Sources of MGC Problems


Troubles Opening MGC Files

Missing Microsoft Office

If you attempt to load your MGC file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open MGC Files". Customarily, this means that Microsoft Office is not installed on %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your MGC because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


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


Incorrect Microsoft Office Version

Sometimes your installed version of Microsoft Office won't support your Microsoft Clip Organizer Media Catalog file. Download the latest Microsoft Office version from the Microsoft Corporation website to ensure you have the correct one installed. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.


Tip: Right-clicking on your MGC, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.


Conclusion: The majority of MGC file opening issues are due to not having the correct Microsoft Office version installed.


Associated Difficulties Loading MGC Files

Assuming you have the right Microsoft Office version installed, other problems can prevent you from opening MGC files. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening MGCs. Additional factors include:

  • MGC file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • The MGC file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the MGC format
  • Your MGC can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Your MGC has adversely impacted by malware
  • Hardware associated with MGC has outdated drivers
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your Microsoft Clip Organizer Media Catalog file

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