Tips to open DB3 file

Can't open the DB3 file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DB3 files as well as a list of programs that support DB3 files.

DB3 file extension

File Name SQLite Database Format
File Developer SQLite
File Category Database Files

The DB3 file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DB3 files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DB3 file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 2
  • 2
  • 2
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is DB3 file?

The DB3 file has been categorized as Database Files. The creator of this file is SQLite. Additionally, the Database Files category contains 403 of other files. SQLite Database Format appears on 3 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Linux, Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The SQLite application is recommended to open the file. It was released by SQLite Development Team. Alternatively, you can use 5 other programs. The Navicat for SQlite, Navicat for SQlite (Mac OS X), Navicat for SQlite (Linux) programs will also handle the file when the SQLite program does not fulfill its role.

How to open DB3 file?

The main problem with SQLite Database Format is that the DB3 file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that DB3 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 DB3 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 SQLite

The first step is to check if the computer has the SQLite program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name SQLite in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file DB3.

Step 2. Create association of SQLite with DB3 files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the DB3 file still does not use the SQLite program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the 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 DB3 file with the SQLite application.

Step 3. Update SQLite to the latest version

If, however, after binding SQLite with SQLite Database Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the SQLite Development Team website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DB3 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:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the DB3 file contents when downloading or copying. 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 quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our DB3 file. Sometimes virus-infected DB3 files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of DB3 file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged DB3 files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact SQLite
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted DB3 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. Copying the DB3 file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the DB3 file again. However, some background programs may block the DB3 file while scanning. If the problem persists, restart the machine.