Tips to open CMB file

Can't open the CMB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open CMB files as well as a list of programs that support CMB files.

CMB file extension

File Name Xtree For Windows Button Bar
File Developer Jeffrey C Johnson (XTree Company)
File Category Settings Files

The CMB file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the CMB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the CMB file on each system platform.

Operating systems
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What is CMB file?

The file in the CMB format belongs to the Settings Files category. The author of this format is Jeffrey C Johnson (XTree Company). In addition to this file, the Settings Files category includes 1305 related files. Xtree For Windows Button Bar is most often found on 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The main program that supports this format is ZTreeWin. This was created by ZTree. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. The XTreeGold programs will also handle the file when the ZTreeWin program does not fulfill its role.

How to open CMB file?

The main problem with Xtree For Windows Button Bar is that the CMB file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that CMB files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the CMB 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 ZTreeWin

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that ZTreeWin is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name ZTreeWin into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support CMB files.

Programs to open CMB file

Remember to download programs supporting CMB files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

Step 2. Create association of ZTreeWin with CMB files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the CMB file still does not use the ZTreeWin program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select 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 CMB file with the ZTreeWin application.

Step 3. Update ZTreeWin to the latest version

If, however, after binding ZTreeWin with Xtree For Windows Button Bar there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the ZTree website or update the program from the application.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the CMB file

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. Usually this applies to CMB files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. 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. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the CMB file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover CMB files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the CMB file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair CMB file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Jeffrey C Johnson (XTree Company)
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted CMB files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the CMB file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the CMB file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If this does not work either, restart the device.