Known RC2 Files

Leading RC2 Type

.RC2

Extension:	.rc2
Classification:	Visual Studio Resources File

This file is used by a Windows program known as Visual Studio, that develops software. It stores bitmaps, icons, and other user-interface features. the file can also act as a shared library within projects.

Programmer:	Microsoft Corporation
Function:	Developer Files
Folder:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.rc2

Software Programs That Open The Visual Studio Resources File:

Microsoft Visual Studio by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Other RC2 Descriptions

.RC2

Extension:	.rc2
Classification:	Samsung Mobile Device Firmware File

This file contains data used by a number of Samsung mobile gadgets to run their systems. It can not be edited or opened manually, unless in cases where users use MultiLoader or other similar programs.

Programmer:	Samsung Electronics
Function:	System Files

Software Programs That Open Samsung Mobile Device Firmware File Files:

MultiLoader by Samsung Electronics

Compatible with:

Windows

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RC2 File Complications

Common RC2 Opening Problems

Microsoft Visual Studio is Not Installed

You attempt to load your RC2 file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The RC2 File Extension". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Microsoft Visual Studio for %%os%% installed on your computer. The typical path of opening your RC2 with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.

Tip: If you don't have Microsoft Visual Studio installed, and you know of another program to open your RC2 file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".

Wrong Version of Microsoft Visual Studio is Installed

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Microsoft Visual Studio installed that's incompatible with your Visual Studio Resources File type. Visit the Microsoft Corporation website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Microsoft Visual Studio. Your Visual Studio Resources File file was probably created by a newer release of Microsoft Visual Studio than what's currently installed your computer.

Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of RC2 file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).

Conclusion: The majority of RC2 file opening issues are due to not having the correct Microsoft Visual Studio version installed.

Associated Difficulties Loading RC2 Files

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Microsoft Visual Studio will resolve your issue. If you're still experiencing problems opening RC2 files, there could be other computer problems. Issues that aren't software-related:

• File references in the Windows Registry for RC2 are wrong
• Mistaken removal of the Windows registry RC2 description
• Microsoft Visual Studio or another RC2 application experienced a flawed installation
• The RC2 itself is corrupted
• The RC2 is infected with a virus
• Hardware related to RC2s has device driver corruption
• Windows cannot load your Visual Studio Resources File file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)