All about SC3 Files

The SC3 file type is primarily associated with SuperCollider.

SC3	File extension: SC3
	File type:	digital multimedia file

What is an SC3 file?

SC3 files mostly belong to SuperCollider. The SC3 file extension is used for multiple, distinct file types. The most common use is as a SuperCollider 3 Audio File that contains sound synthesis code and parameters in the Sonorous 3.0 environment.
Other uses include:

Game Saves: Files that function as save games for simulation titles like Cities: Skylines or similar formats such as those from SimCity 4.

Company/Model Files: Files that act as company data containers for Sage 50, and in some cases may also relate to 3D model data (akin to a SketchUp format) linked with design software.

Session Recordings: Files that capture session recordings, for example from a ScreenConnect session or even used as an Audacity label track.

The appropriate method to open an SC3 file depends on its origin. For instance, a SuperCollider audio file should be opened with the SuperCollider environment (SuperCollider Documentation), whereas a game save or company file should be opened in its respective application.
FilExt.com tip: Check the file’s header or its folder context to decide which software is needed.

How to open an SC3 file

You need a suitable software like SuperCollider to open an SC3 file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your SC3 file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a SC3 file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Programs that open and convert SC3 files:

SuperCollider
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. SC3 files are often referred to as SuperCollider audios because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
dBASE Screen Mask File
Harvard Graphics (Screen Driver) by Harvard Graphics
Harvard Graphics was taken over by Serif. Related links: Serif
Sailcut (Sail File) by Robert Lainé
Sailcut CAD allows you to design and visualise your own sail and compute the accurate development of all panels in flat sheets. This file format is classified as CAD/CAM.
SimCity (3000 City Data) by Electronic Arts, Inc.

Technical Data for SC3 File Extension

File classification:

Audio

Related files:

sc, ssc, skp, aud, sc3doc, sb3, pt3, pr4, ex3, sc2, sav

Related links:

Serif

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: SC3File
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Maxis\SimCity 3000\Game\SC3.EXE %1

ProgramID: SC3File
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Maxis\SimCity 3000 Unlimited\Apps\SC3U.EXE %1

an sc3 digital multimedia file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with SC3 files

Associate the SC3 file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open digital multimedia files. Because only the current version supports the latest SC3 file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available SuperCollider update.
To make sure that your SC3 file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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