File extension .HCF
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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Compact Ham Library | Zaplots | Developer Files |
The HCF (Compact Ham Library) file extension is used for storing and sharing ham radio data, messages or settings. It is widely used among ham radio operators of all skill levels in order to optimize their radio performance. Ham radio is a common hobby among millions of people around the world. This type of data file can be natively opened and viewed using the Hamscope application, but it can also be imported into other popular radio tuning software, such as WiNRADiO, FLDigi and YAAC.
Structure and Content of an HCF File
HCF files tend to be quite small compared to other data files, as they usually contain messages, settings or other data that is only a few kilobytes in size. Even though the content of HCF files may vary based on the software used to create it, they are generally composed of multiple fields such as title, author, call, description, frequency, mode, QTH code etc. These fields help to store and organize shared information. HCF files are typically used to back up communication settings, membership lists, message logs or digital pictures and may also contain other associated media content such as sound clips or voice recordings.
Other File Extensions
Similar file extensions include: FL2, .TRG, .BDR, KS2, WAC0, DR2, .QAR, .3DR, .HID, F2T. All these formats can be easily exported into multiple text formats including HTML, TXT, CSV or JSON.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .HCF) 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 .HCF 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 .HCF 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 .HCF 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 .HCF extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .HCF file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .HCF 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 .HCF file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .HCF file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .HCF 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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