DCF File Description

Reporter:   |   Amended: November 26, 2018

Microsoft Silver

DCF File Summary

File Extension DCF has eleven unique file types (with the primary being the DRM Content Format File format) and is mostly associated with DRM Packager (Sony Mobile Communications) and eleven other software programs. Generally, these files are considered Audio Files, but they can also be Encoded Files or Data Files.

File Extension DCF files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. DCF files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

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

Low
Popular
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File Rank

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Active

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2018

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Kinds of DCF Files

  11 known file types use this extension

Dominant DCF File Type

.DCF
File Ext:.dcf
Type:DRM Content Format File

DCF file is a media file encoded with DRM (Digital Rights Management) copy-protection. It is saved in a protected format, and can only be opened using an authorized DRM-compatible cell phone.

Company: Sony Mobile Communications
Class:Audio Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.dcf

Software Programs That Open The DRM Content Format File:


DRM Packager by Sony Mobile Communications

Windows
Mac

Sony Memory Card File Rescue by Sony

Windows

Additional DCF Files

.DCF
File Ext:.dcf
Type:Safetica Free Encrypted Archive
.DCF
File Ext:.dcf
Type:Document Computation Format
.DCF
File Ext:.dcf
Type:Disk Copy Fast Disk Image File
.DCF
File Ext:.dcf
Type:Design Rule For Camera File
.DCF
File Ext:.dcf
Type:WordExpress Dictionary File
.DCF
File Ext:.dcf
Type:DynSite Configuration File Format
.DCF
File Ext:.dcf
Type:ProWORX Nxt Database Configuration File
.DCF
File Ext:.dcf
Type:Taskmaster Batch Pilot Form File
.DCF
File Ext:.dcf
Type:DCF Document Computation Format
.DCF
File Ext:.dcf
Type:Directory Opus Command File

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DCF Usage


Leading Operating Systems

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

Popular Devices

DesktopMobileTabletDesktop: 84%Mobile: 14%Tablet: 1%
Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


DCF Troubleshooting


Frequent DCF Opening Issues

DRM Packager Not Present

When trying to open your DCF file, you get the error "Can't Open DCF File Type". When this happens, it is commonly due to DRM Packager missing in - . You won't be able to double-click to open your DCF because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


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


Incorrect DRM Packager Version

Your DRM Content Format File file is incompatible with DRM Packager because you might have the wrong version installed. Installing the latest version of DRM Packager from Sony Mobile Communications is recommended. 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: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of DCF file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening DCF files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.


Other DCF File Opening Causes

You can still experience errors opening DCF files even with the latest version of DRM Packager installed on your PC. Other DCF opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of - . Additional factors include:

  • Invalid DCF file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Deletion of the DCF file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Corrupt install of DRM Packager or other DCF-related program
  • Your DCF can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Past or present virus infection has affected your DCF
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your DCF file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the DRM Content Format File format

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