Tips to open HLB file
Can't open the HLB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open HLB files as well as a list of programs that support HLB files.
HLB file extension
| File Name |
VMS / VAX Help Library |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The HLB file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the HLB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the HLB file on each system platform.
What is HLB file?
The HLB file has been categorized as Misc Files. Misc Files consists of 6033 similar files. VMS / VAX Help Library is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. Text editor, HP OpenVMS Systems will apply when it is not possible to use OpenVMS.
How to open HLB file?
An often recurring problem with VMS / VAX Help Library is that HLB is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that HLB files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the HLB 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 OpenVMS
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that OpenVMS is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing OpenVMS into the operating 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 HLB files.
Programs to open HLB file
Remember to download programs supporting HLB files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of OpenVMS with HLB files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the HLB file still does not use the OpenVMS 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. 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. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the HLB file with the OpenVMS application.
Step 3. Update OpenVMS to the latest version
If, however, after binding OpenVMS with VMS / VAX Help Library there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the HLB 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 HLB files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
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 HLB file. Sometimes virus-infected HLB files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of HLB 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. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair HLB file corruption.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted HLB 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 HLB 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. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the HLB file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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