What's the DCM File?

Author:   |   Updated: November 26, 2018

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DCM File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that DCM files are associated with four unique file types (the most prevalent being the DICOM Image File Format format) and can be viewed primarily with Adobe Photoshop, including eleven other known software applications (listed below). DCM files are categorized ordinarily as Raster Image Files. Other file types can be Data Files or Audio Files.

Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems can be used to view DCM files. Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

If you are having problems opening DCM 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
Popular
1619
Rank

/ 11690

Active

State

26

November

2018

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DCM Types

  4 known file types use this extension

Leading DCM Type

.DCM
Formatting:.dcm
Classification:DICOM Image File Format

DCM files are image files created by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) as the standard for distributing and viewing medical images. These may include CT Scan, MRI, and ultrasound images.DCM files are saved in the Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) image format.

Created by: National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
File Category:Raster Image Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.dcm

Software Programs That Open The DICOM Image File Format:


Adobe Photoshop by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Windows
Mac

GIMP by The GIMP Development Team

Windows
Mac
Linux

IrfanView by Open Source

Windows
iOS
Android
Linux

ACD Systems Canvas by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

MevisLab by MeVis Medical Solutions AG

Windows
Mac
Linux

OsiriX Imaging Software by PixMeo SARL

Mac

ezDICOM by Open Source

Windows

MicroDicom Viewer by MicroDicom

Windows

ACDSee Photo Manager by ACD Systems

Windows

Other DCM File Associations

.DCM
Formatting:.dcm
Classification:DiskCatalogMaker Catalog File

DiskCatalogMaker, a disk management tool for Mac, uses DCM files to contain a database of files stored on multiple disks which can then be searched by file name or by other details.

Created by: Fujiwara Software
File Category:Data Files

Software Programs That Open DiskCatalogMaker Catalog File Files:


DiskCatalogMaker by Fujiwara Software

Compatible with:

Mac
.DCM
Formatting:.dcm
Classification:DCM Audio Module

A DCM file can be a music file used by an older audio format and is now obsolete.

Created by: Logipole
File Category:Audio Files

Software Programs That Open DCM Audio Module Files:


Konvertor by Logipole

Compatible with:

Windows
.DCM
Formatting:.dcm
Classification:Disk Communicator Disk Image Format

A DCM file is an image format used by Disk Communicator, a tool used for emulating Atari computers.

Created by: Open Source
File Category:Disk Image Files

Software Programs That Open Disk Communicator Disk Image Format Files:


Disk Communicator by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows

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DCM Usage


Popular OS Rank

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

OS Hierarchy

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


Troubleshooting Problems Opening DCM Files


Issues Opening DCM Files

Adobe Photoshop Removed

You attempt to load your DCM file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The DCM File Extension". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Adobe Photoshop isn't installed on your PC. The OS won't know what to do with your DCM file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


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


Incorrect Adobe Photoshop Version

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a DICOM Image File Format file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Installing the latest version of Adobe Photoshop from Adobe Systems Incorporated is recommended. This issue mainly occurs when your DICOM Image File Format file was created by a newer version of Adobe Photoshop than you have on your PC.


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


Regardless, most of the DCM file opening problems relate to not having the right version of Adobe Photoshop installed.


Other Causes of DCM File Opening Problems

Although you might already have Adobe Photoshop or another DCM-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening DICOM Image File Format files. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening DCMs. Problems unrelated to software:

  • Invalid DCM file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Accidental deletion of the description of the DCM file in the Windows registry
  • Corrupt install of Adobe Photoshop or other DCM-related program
  • File corruption affecting your DCM file
  • The DCM is infected with a virus
  • Drivers associated with DCM software need to be updated
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the DICOM Image File Format format

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