All about HGC Files

The HGC file type is primarily associated with PC Fold.

HGC	File extension: HGC
	File type:	Molecule Secondary Structure

What is an HGC file?

HGC files mostly belong to PC Fold. PC Fold is an old DOS-based program designed to represent the folding of RNA molecules.

How to open an HGC file

You need a suitable software like PC Fold to open an HGC file. You need a suitable software like PC Fold to open an HGC 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 HGC file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a HGC file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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What to Do When a .HGC File Fails to Open

HGC files originate from different programs and aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: An .HGC file often contains Molecule Secondary Structure data from the legacy DOS program PC Fold. It may also be a Humorous Greeting Card Factory design or an X-Plane plugin script.
Check the Header: Open the file in a text editor or hex viewer.
- Plain text numbers or comments indicate an X-Plane configuration.
- Structured scientific data points to PC Fold RNA data.
- Unreadable binary characters suggest a proprietary greeting card format.
Use the Original Software: You will likely need PC Fold, Humorous Greeting Card Factory, or X-Plane. Since this extension is ambiguous, ask the sender if unsure.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your .HGC file into our online viewer to detect its format, extract readable text, and preview the contents.

Technical Data for HGC File Extension

Related files:

ana

an hgc Molecule Secondary Structure is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with HGC files

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