Tips to open GRB file
Can't open the GRB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open GRB files as well as a list of programs that support GRB files.
GRB file extension
| File Name |
GRIB Meteorological Data Format |
| File Developer |
World Meteorological Organization |
| File Category |
GIS Files |
The GRB file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the GRB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the GRB file on each system platform.
What is GRB file?
The file with the extension GRB is the GIS Files file type. It was designed by World Meteorological Organization. GIS Files consists of 255 similar files. GRIB Meteorological Data Format is supported by 2 operating systems. The file will work on Linux, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. The GDAL, Climate Data Operators programs will also handle the file when the Ugrib program does not fulfill its role.
How to open GRB file?
The main problem with GRIB Meteorological Data Format is that the GRB file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open GRB, 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 GRB 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 Ugrib
The first step is to check if the computer has the Ugrib program installed. To do this, enter the name Ugrib into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file GRB.
Programs to open GRB file
Remember to download programs supporting GRB files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Ugrib with GRB files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the GRB file still does not use the Ugrib program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the GRB file with the Ugrib program.
Step 3. Update Ugrib to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Ugrib program, it is possible that GRIB Meteorological Data Format requires a newer version of the program.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the GRB file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. 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 GRB 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. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file GRB or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover GRB 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 GRB 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. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair GRB file corruption.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted GRB 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. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. Copying the GRB file to another location will fix the problem.
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. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. 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.
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