Tips to open BDB file
Can't open the BDB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open BDB files as well as a list of programs that support BDB files.
BDB file extension
| File Name |
Microsoft Works Database Backup Format |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
Backup Files |
The BDB file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the BDB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the BDB file on each system platform.
What is BDB file?
The file with the extension BDB is the Backup Files file type. The author of this format is Microsoft. Backup Files consists of 243 similar files. Microsoft Works Database Backup Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The Microsoft Works application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Microsoft Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. The Microsoft Access programs will also handle the file when the Microsoft Works program does not fulfill its role.
How to open BDB file?
The main problem with Microsoft Works Database Backup Format is that the BDB file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file BDB to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the BDB 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 Microsoft Works
In this case, you should first verify that the Microsoft Works application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Microsoft Works in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file BDB with Microsoft Works. Below you will find a list of applications that support BDB files.
Programs to open BDB file
Remember to download programs supporting BDB files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Works with BDB files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the BDB file still does not use the Microsoft Works program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the BDB file with the Microsoft Works application.
Step 3. Update Microsoft Works to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Microsoft Works program, it is possible that Microsoft Works Database Backup Format requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Microsoft Corporation page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the BDB file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
The BDB file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the BDB file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the BDB file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected BDB files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the BDB files changes over time. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged BDB files. You can restore the file from a backup or use Microsoft help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file BDB except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move BDB to a different directory.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file BDB to close. However, some background programs may block the BDB file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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