DCR files exist as 5 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Shockwave Media File
General Information
| Title | DCR File Extension |
| Extension | .dcr |
| Full Form | Shockwave Media File |
| File Type | Multimedia File |
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
| MIME Type | application/x-director |
File Function
| Primary Function | Display interactive content |
| Additional Functions | Play animations, games |
| Features | Rich media, Interactive |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | With Adobe Director |
Use Cases
| Online Gaming | Yes |
| Educational Content | Yes |
| Product Demos | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Deprecated, Vulnerabilities |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Discontinue use |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1995 |
| Latest Version | Adobe Director 12 (2013) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dir, .dxr, .cst |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Adobe Director |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
| Adobe Shockwave Player |
Free | Windows, Mac |
 File Viewers |
Free, Paid | Varies |
Type 2: Kodak Digital Camera RAW Image
Digital Camera Raw (DCR) is an uncompressed image format developed by Kodak for its digital cameras, usually SLRs. DCR files contain unprocessed data straight from the camera sensor. They provide edit...
General Information
| Title | DCR File Extension |
| Extension | .dcr |
| Full Form | Kodak Digital Camera RAW Image |
| File Type | RAW Image File |
| Developer | Eastman Kodak Company |
| MIME Type | image/x-kodak-dcr |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store raw image data |
| Additional Functions | Preserve details, Non-destructive editing |
| Features | High-quality, Unprocessed |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Photography | Yes |
| Image Editing | Yes |
| Archiving | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Backup, Version control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Varies by camera model |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .raw, .nef, .cr2 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe Photoshop |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
| Adobe Lightroom |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 Kodak Photo Desk |
Discontinued | N/A |
Type 3: Delphi Component Resource File
General Information
| Title | DCR File Extension |
| Extension | .dcr |
| Full Form | Delphi Component Resource File |
| File Type | Resource File |
| Developer | Embarcadero Technologies |
| MIME Type | application/x-delphi-component |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store resources |
| Additional Functions | Visual component representation |
| Features | Binary format, Icon storage |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With IDE |
Use Cases
| Component Development | Yes |
| Software Customization | Yes |
| Interface Design | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Version control, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1995 |
| Latest Version | Depends on Delphi version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .pas, .dfm, .dpk, .bpl |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Delphi IDE |
Paid, Trial available | Windows |
 C++ Builder |
Paid, Trial available | Windows |
Type 4: Liberty Video Recording File
General Information
| Title | DCR File Extension |
| Extension | .dcr |
| Full Form | Liberty Video Recording File |
| File Type | Video Recording File |
| Developer | Liberty Court Recorder |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store video recordings |
| Additional Functions | Audio playback, Transcription |
| Features | Multiple channels, Indexed |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on recording |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, With software |
Use Cases
| Court Recordings | Yes |
| Meetings | Yes |
| Interviews | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Access control, Encryption |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Varies with software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mp3, .wav, .avi, .mpg |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Court Player |
Free | Windows |
| Liberty Court Recorder |
Commercial | Windows |
Type 5: Digital Court Recorder Video File
A video file has visual data and audio data. It is stored in a compressed format. Video files use containers like Matroska. Containers have video data, audio data, subtitles and metadata. VOB files ar...
General Information
| Title | DCR File Extension |
| Extension | .dcr |
| Full Form | Digital Court Recorder Video File |
| File Type | Video File |
| Developer | ForTheRecord |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store video |
| Additional Functions | Store audio, metadata |
| Features | Multi-channel, Timestamped |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on recording |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With specific software |
Use Cases
| Court Recordings | Yes |
| Legal Reviews | Yes |
| Transcription | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Access control, Encryption |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Varies with software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mp4, .avi, .wmv |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| FTR Player |
Free | Windows |
| FTR Gold |
Commercial | Windows |