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.LRC File Extension

  • Developer by: Radionomy
  • Category: Text Files

What are .LRC files and how to open them?

Can't open .LRC file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .LRC file.

What is a .LRC file extension?

.LRC file extension is created by Radionomy. .LRC has been classified as Text Files.

.LRC is Lyrics data

The lrc file extension is generally used for files that contain lyrics data with time tags to synchronize with media files. There are a few media players and plugins support that LRC format: Media Commands, Lyrics Library, Lyrics Power, Lyrics Universe and Winamp Lyrics3 plugin.

Simple LRC Format: it is a LRC format developed by Kuo (Djohan) Shiang-shiang and his lyrics displayer was probably the first program that tried to simulate Karaoke performance. This format contains only time tags for lines and doesn't support real-time lyrics line progressive coloring. All players mentioned above support this format.

Enhanced Lyrics Format: it is a more powerful LRC format developed by Media Commands based on the simple LRC format. Time tag for word (or syllable) is allowed. With skillful synchronization technique, this format can be used to simulate real Karaoke performance by doing real-time lyrics line progressive coloring. This format is already used in real-time Video Karaoke Show. Currently, only Media Commands supports this format.


How to open:

Use Winamp with Lirics3 plugin to play lyrics file. To edit use Notepad or another text editor.

How to convert:

Special lyrics handling utilities may work with .lrc files, but typically you just edit them using any text editor.

How to fix problems with .LRC files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .LRC files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .LRC file format
  2. You need to check the .LRC file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)