File extension .ADC
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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Lingvo Dictionary Format | Steffen Gutmann | Raster Image Files |
The ADC file extension is used for an image created by ScanStudio 16 Color Image. This is a proprietary image format developed by ScanFont, Inc. for storing bitmap images and other vector graphics. It is primarily used in various types of digital art projects such as posters, flyers, and graphic-based signage. It can also be used for website design elements such as banners and logos.
The design of the ADC format is based on a hierarchical hierarchy system divided into three main components: the focus view, the color space, and the size. The focus view identifies where the viewer should look on the canvas while the color space is used to select particular hues and shades of color. The size component determines the maximum size of the canvas that can be rendered in ADC format. Other components like channels and layers can also be included depending on the end goal for the image.
How To Open
The only way to open an ADC file is to use Alien Skin Software's Snap Art 3, which provides specific support for this file format. Additionally, it is supported by many other image editing programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and CorelDRAW. It is important to note that files in this format cannot be opened with regular image viewers or photo editors.
Related File Extensions
ADF, SCT, AI, DRW, PSD, and PDX are some of the related file extensions that can be used with an ADC file.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .ADC) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .ADC extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .ADC file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .ADC extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .ADC extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .ADC file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .ADC file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .ADC file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .ADC file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .ADC file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines

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