Tips to open AIB file
Can't open the AIB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open AIB files as well as a list of programs that support AIB files.
AIB file extension
| File Name |
ArcInfo Binary Coverage Data Format |
| File Category |
GIS Files |
The AIB file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the AIB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the AIB file on each system platform.
What is AIB file?
The file in the AIB format belongs to the GIS Files category. GIS Files consists of 255 similar files. ArcInfo Binary Coverage Data Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is ArcInfo. This was created by Esri.
How to open AIB file?
The most common problem when using ArcInfo Binary Coverage Data Format is that a specific AIB is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open AIB, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the AIB file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install ArcInfo
In this case, you should first verify that the ArcInfo application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name ArcInfo in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open AIB files.
Programs to open AIB file
Remember to download programs supporting AIB files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ArcInfo with AIB files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the AIB file still does not use the ArcInfo program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the AIB file with the ArcInfo application.
Step 3. Update ArcInfo to the latest version
If, despite the association of the ArcInfo program with the ArcInfo Binary Coverage Data Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. In this case, use the Esri website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the AIB file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. The most common file problems are:
The AIB file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the AIB file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our AIB file. However, remember that not every infected AIB file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the AIB files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged AIB files. You can restore the file from a backup or use help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted AIB files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the AIB file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file AIB to close. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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