BCD files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Windows Boot Configuration Data File
BCD files assist in the boot-up process. The bootmgr specifies data. BCD files manage boot options and the boot menu. To edit a BCD file use the BCDEdit tool in Windows. BCD files represent decimals...
General Information
| Title | BCD File Extension |
| Extension | .bcd |
| Full Form | Boot Configuration Data File |
| File Type | System Configuration File |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store boot configuration |
| Additional Functions | Manage boot options |
| Features | Customizable, Secure |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly structured |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with tools |
Use Cases
| System Boot Configuration | Yes |
| Troubleshooting | Yes |
| Dual-boot Setup | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized changes |
| Best Practices | Backup, Limited access |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Windows Vista |
| Notable Changes | Replaced boot.ini |
Associated Types
| Related Files | .efi, .wim |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Windows Recovery Environment |
Free | Windows |
 Visual BCD Editor |
Free | Windows |
| EasyBCD |
Free, Paid Version | Windows |
Type 2: RealView Debugger Board Chip Definition File
General Information
| Title | BCD File Extension |
| Extension | .bcd |
| Full Form | Board Chip Definition File |
| File Type | Configuration File |
| Developer | ARM |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Define chip |
| Additional Functions | Hardware configuration, Debugging setup |
| Features | Customizable, ARM architecture |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly structured |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Embedded Systems | Yes |
| ARM Development | Yes |
| Board Configuration | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Minimal |
| Best Practices | Version control, Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Associated with | ARM RealView Tools |
| Relevance | Legacy |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .jtag, .svd |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 ARM RealView Debugger |
Commercial | Windows, Unix-like |
Type 3: Super Mario Maker 2 Course Data
General Information
| Title | BCD File Extension |
| Extension | .bcd |
| Full Form | Binary Course Data |
| File Type | Game Level Data File |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store level data |
| Additional Functions | Level sharing, downloading |
| Features | Binary encoded, Level components |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Via game |
Use Cases
| Game Design | Yes |
| Level Sharing | Yes |
| Personal Use | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Official sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | June 2019 |
| Latest Version | Varies with game updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .smdh, .sav |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Super Mario Maker 2 |
Paid | Nintendo Switch |