How to open .RDC files on Linux
To open .RDC files on Linux, install RenderDoc using your package manager or from the official site.
Step-by-step instructions
- Install RenderDoc using your package manager or from the official site.
- Start RenderDoc and choose 'Load Capture' to open the RDC file.
Recommended software
- VS Code
- Notepad++/TextEdit
- jq (CLI)
Alternative methods
- Open .RDC in a browser-based viewer if desktop apps fail.
- Try opening .RDC on Linux with a secondary app to rule out app-specific issues.
- Convert .RDC only with trusted tools when direct opening is not possible.
Common issues
File won't open
This can occur if RenderDoc is not installed or the file is corrupted.
- Ensure RenderDoc is installed correctly.
- Check if the RDC file is not corrupted by trying to open another file.
Unsupported version
Older versions of RenderDoc may not support newer RDC file versions.
- Update RenderDoc to the latest version.
- Try converting the file using a compatible version.
Security note
Ensure RDC files are obtained from trusted sources to avoid malicious data.