File extension .DCM
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Dicom Medicine Image File Format | NEMA | Raster Image Files |
The .DCM file extension is used for Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) image files. These files are also referred to as 'Digital Imaging Format'; they are typically used for medical applications and contain medical imaging data such as Magnetic Resonance (MR), Ultrasound, or Computed Tomography (CT). A .DCM file can contain various types of information, including high-resolution images, patient data, visual effects, patient wristband information, and other related data.
File Support
The .DCM file extension is supported by various software applications such as OsiriX, Radiant Pro2 Viewer, MIMICS, Weasis, Java DICOM Toolkit, and Imebra. These software programs can be used to open and edit the contents of a .DCM file. The popular image editing software programs such as Adobe Photoshop can also open and edit such files. Additionally, many online tools offer web-based support for these types of files.
Alternate File Formats
The content of a .DCM file can be saved in many different formats too, depending on the program that was used to create it. Some examples of alternative file extensions include .DCF, .BLD, AESKIT, and .BLT. Additionally, since these files often contain sensitive medical data, most image editing tools offer special stringent encryption features designed to keep the data confidential.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .DCM) 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 .DCM 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 .DCM 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 .DCM 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 .DCM extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .DCM file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .DCM 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 .DCM file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .DCM file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .DCM file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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