Opening an SSC File

The SSC file type is primarily associated with Visual Studio.

SSC	File extension: SSC
	File type:	safe status control file

What is an SSC file

SSC files mostly belong to Visual Studio by Microsoft. SSC stands for Microsoft Visual SourceSafe control file. SSC files are mainly used to store data files associated with the Microsoft Visual Studio application.

Main Use: Microsoft Visual Studio is an IDE used to create applications on Microsoft Windows and .NET environments. Visual Studio uses SSC files as source control files that track file edits and revisions data of team programming projects. SSC files are frequently used to save business settings and ensure that multiple people can seamlessly edit the file at the same time. Microsoft Visual SourceSafe software can also be used to access the contents of SSC files.
Other Uses: SSC file extension is also used to save game files associated with the StepMania gaming application. StepMania is a 3D dance and rhythm-based game that can be played using input on a dance pad. StepMania uses SSC files to store game information such as song title and genre, artist name, image references to the music beat etc. SSC files are also used by the open-source, cross-platform sky viewing program, Stellarium, to store script data useful in space exploration or even implementing custom screensavers. SSC files are also used by AutoCAD, and AutoCAD Civil software developed by Autodesk to store stage-storage curve data in the ASCII text format.

How to open an SSC file

You need a suitable software like Visual Studio to open an SSC 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 SSC file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a SSC 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 SSC files:

Visual Studio by Microsoft
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. SSC files are often referred to as Visual Studio developers because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Celestia (catalog file) by Celestia
Celestia is a free 3D astronomy simulation software developed for visualizing the universe by exploring planets, stars, galaxies, etc. It is designed to run under the Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux platforms. SSC file stores setup and initialization parameters for loading a solar system. It defines planets, moons, and other space entities. This file format is classified as Data. Related links: Guides, Forum, Celestia on Wikipedia, Celestia on GitHub
Library and Tape Tools (script file) by Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Library and Tape Tools is a free diagnostic tool that performs firmware upgrades, verifies device operations, carries out failure analysis - for all Hewlett Packard Enterprise tape storage products. The SSC file contains a script. This SSC file type is obsolete and no longer supported. This file format is classified as Developer. Related links: User Guides, Support, Hewlett Packard Enterprise on WIkipedia
MediaShout (presentation script file) by MediaComplete
MediaShout is church presentation software developed by MediaComplete to help the church, youth groups, Sunday School classes, missions teams, or Christian organizations to share the most important life messages as effectively as possible. It supports worship, preaching, Bible study, singing, drama, or music performance. The SSC file stores the presentation script. This file format is classified as Developer. Related links: User Guide, Support, Forums
Scrippy (stationery data file) by Amthor
Scrippy was a program that simplifies the creation of e-mail stationery and web pages. It provided easy creation of customized stationery with any graphics that users choose. The SSC file is a stationery data file and is obsolete and no longer supported. This file format is classified as Developer. Related links: FAQ
SSChart (page layout file) by Simian Savants
SSChart is a candlestick charting software developed by Simian Savants for the real-time intraday charting of futures, stocks, options, and forex data. It is intended for the Windows platform. The SSC file contains the page layout, and it is obsolete and no longer supported. This file format is classified as Settings.
Stellarium (script file) by Stellarium
Stellarium is a free and open-source planetarium PC software that shows a realistic 3D sky, seen just as by the eyes, binoculars, or a telescope. It can be used for browsing the sky, displaying constellations, or examining areas of interest. SSC file is a script file that stores code. This file format is classified as Developer. Related links: Info Page with User Guide, Stellarium on GitHub, Stellarium on Wikipedia
StepMania (song file) by StepMania
StepMania is a free and open-source dance and rhythm game developed for Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms. This game features 3D graphics, a keyboard and dance pad support, and an editor for creating custom steps. The SSC file is a song file that stores information about the song like - artist and song names, genre, references to music data, and covers. This file format is classified as Data. Related links: Forums, FAQ, StepMania on Wikipedia
SwordSearcher (data file) by StudyLamp
SwordSearcher is a Holy Bible studying software developed by StudyLamp and intended for the Windows platform. It provides users with tools to enhance Bible study. SSC file is a data file. This file format is classified as Data. Related links: Manual, Contact, SwordSearcher on Wikipedia

SSC file format:

To view or edit SSC files you need to know the file format, because it determines how the data in this file is stored. The file format can be deduced from the file extension and the signature. Nonetheless, different programs can utilize the same file extension to represent distinct file formats. Double-clicking on the file often results in an error when opening. So you need a detailed analysis of a file to find out the format and the associated program. Our evaluation of the SSC files is as follows:

SSC is rarely used as a file extension and is used by many programs, each with its own file format. But the following two file formats are common:

15% of all SSC files start with the bytes hoven crucial for this file format. These files contain neither text nor words, but only data. The average file size is 57 MB with most files being between 9 MB and 120 MB in size. The following keywords are characteristic: Part, YUAN and hoven. Files like these have the following tags: video.
9% of all SSC files are based on the well-known XML file format. The Extensible Markup Language (XML) is a simple text-based format for representing structured information: documents, webpages, data, configuration, books, transactions, invoices, and much more. XML defines a set of rules for encoding documents in a format that is both human-readable and machine-readable. These files contain text and words, not binary data. A typical file size is 320 KB. The files contain the following words: <?xml version="1.0", Document, MediaShout, Version, encoding, utf-8, CueType and Title.

The remaining 76% of all SSC files are different files with different signatures, frequently e.g. StepMania Song and Samsung Kies backup. They are often associated with creation, save or scan. If you want to find out what your SSC file contains, drag and drop it onto this page.

Technical Data for SSC File Extension

File classification:

Developer

Related files:

scc, sscn, ssicpas, dup, glo, pdf, zip, jpg, pri, dtd, cs

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: Siemens.SearchConfig
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Siemens Data Suite\DES\DESSearchApp.exe %1

ProgramID: NovaDevelopment.ScrapbookFactory.ScrapbookCover
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Nova Development\Scrapbook Factory\scrapbk.exe %1

ProgramID: SSTFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Boomerang Software\Boomerang SST\Bin\WinDecrypt.exe %1

ProgramID: SC3ScenarioCreatorFile
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Maxis\SimCity 3000 Unlimited\Apps\SC3U.EXE %1

ProgramID: STKScheduler
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\AGI\STK 6.0\Bin\STKScheduler.exe %1

ProgramID: Siemens.SearchConfig
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Mobile Phone Manager\DES\DESSearchApp.exe %1

ProgramID: Siemens.SearchConfig
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Siemens AG\Data Exchange Software\DESSearchApp.exe %1

ProgramID: SmartStartConfiguration
EXEFile: %SystemRoot%\Downloaded Program Files\Ubizen\SmartStart\SmartStart.exe

ProgramID: IdeaSoft.ScrapbooksPlus.ScrapbookCover
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\IdeaSoft\Scrapbooks Plus\scrapbk.exe

ProgramID: NovaDevelopment.ScrapbookFactory.ScrapbookCover
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ideasoft\Scrapbooks Plus\scrapbk.exe

ProgramID: NovaDevelopment.ScrapbookFactory.ScrapbookCover
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\SCRAPBOOK FACTORY DELUX\scrapbk.exe

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an ssc safe status control file is a special file format by Microsoft and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with SSC files

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