What is the VMC File Extension?

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VMC File Summary

File Extension VMC has four unique file types (with the primary being the Windows Virtual Machine Configuration File format) and is mostly associated with VMware Workstation (VMware) and nine other software programs. The VMC File Extension are listed predominantly as Settings Files, while in other circumstances they can be Temporary Files.

File Extension VMC files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. They are fully or partially supported by Windows, Linux, and Mac. The VMC File Extension carries a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning that these files are scarcely found in most user's file stores.

If you are having problems opening VMC files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

Low
File Type Popularity
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2018

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Varieties of VMC Files

  4 known file types use this extension

Main VMC Affiliation

.VMC
File Ext:.vmc
Classification:Windows Virtual Machine Configuration File

A VMC file is a configuration file used by Windows Virtual PC. The Virtual PC is a component of Windows 7 that allows users to emulate different versions of Windows as virtual machines. VMC files of this nature are saved in an XML format and include parameters that describe the VM and allows the loading of the specified VM when opened.

Organization: Microsoft Corporation
Group:Settings Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.vmc

Software Programs That Open The Windows Virtual Machine Configuration File:


VMware Workstation by VMware

Windows
Linux

VMware vCenter Converter by VMware

Windows

Parallels Desktop for Mac by Parallels

Mac

Windows Virtual PC by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Microsoft Virtual Server by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Windows Server 2003

Parallels WorkStation by Parallels

Windows
Linux

VMWare Workstation Player by VMware

Windows
Linux

Additional VMC Files

.VMC
File Ext:.vmc
Classification:Adobe Acrobat Virtual Memory File

The VMC file extension is used by Adobe Acrobat for its virtual memory file.

Organization: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Group:Temporary Files

Software Programs That Open Adobe Acrobat Virtual Memory File Files:


Adobe Acrobat DC by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux
.VMC
File Ext:.vmc
Classification:DESQview Video Monitor Configuration File

A VMC file is a video monitor configuration file associated with DESQview, a text mode multitasking program. It is an old file extension and may already be obsolete.

Organization: Symantec Corporation
Group:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open DESQview Video Monitor Configuration File Files:


DESQview by Symantec Corporation

Compatible with:

DOS
.VMC
File Ext:.vmc
Classification:Virtual Memory Configuration File

A VMC file is a configuration file related to DOS/4GW, a memory extender for DOS programs.

Organization: Microsoft Corporation
Group:Settings Files

Software Programs That Open Virtual Memory Configuration File Files:


MS-DOS by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

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VMC Requests


Top Windows Operating Systems

7 (45.73%)
10 (44.56%)
8.1 (5.41%)
XP (2.79%)
8 (0.97%)

Operating System Rank

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


Understanding VMC Issues


Common Problems Opening VMC Files

VMware Workstation Isn't There

You attempt to load your VMC file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The VMC File Extension". If so, it typically means that you don't have VMware Workstation installed for %%os%%. This will prevent you from double-clicking to open the VMC file because the OS doesn’t know how to handle it.


Tip: If you know of another program that can open your VMC file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.


Outdated VMware Workstation

In other instances, your Windows Virtual Machine Configuration File file version may not be supported by your version of VMware Workstation. Installing the latest version of VMware Workstation from VMware is recommended. Your Windows Virtual Machine Configuration File file was probably created by a newer release of VMware Workstation than what's currently installed your computer.


Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your VMC file and clicking "Properties".


Regardless, most of the VMC file opening problems relate to not having the right version of VMware Workstation installed.


More Causes of Problems Opening VMCs

Even with the correct version of VMware Workstation installed, you can still experience difficulties opening VMCs. Other VMC opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Additional factors include:

  • Windows Registry VMC file paths that are incorrect
  • Deletion of the VMC file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Defective install of a VMC program, such as VMware Workstation
  • Your VMC can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Your VMC is infected with malware
  • VMC-related hardware has device drivers that obsolete
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Windows Virtual Machine Configuration File file successfully

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