Tips to open NCB file
Can't open the NCB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open NCB files as well as a list of programs that support NCB files.
NCB file extension
| File Name |
Visual C++ IntelliSense Database |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
Developer Files |
The NCB file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the NCB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the NCB file on each system platform.
What is NCB file?
The file with the extension NCB is the Developer Files file type. It was designed by Microsoft. Developer Files consists of 1205 similar files. Visual C++ IntelliSense Database appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Microsoft Visual Studio. This was created by Microsoft Corporation.
How to open NCB file?
The most common problem when using Visual C++ IntelliSense Database is that a specific NCB is not associated with the program. This causes the file NCB to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the NCB 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 Visual Studio
The first step is to check if the computer has the Microsoft Visual Studio program installed. This can be achieved by typing Microsoft Visual Studio into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file NCB with Microsoft Visual Studio. Below is a list of programs that support the file NCB.
Programs to open NCB file
Remember to download programs supporting NCB files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Visual Studio with NCB files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the NCB file still does not use the Microsoft Visual Studio 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. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the NCB file with the Microsoft Visual Studio program.
Step 3. Update Microsoft Visual Studio to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Microsoft Visual Studio program, it is possible that Visual C++ IntelliSense Database requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Microsoft Corporation website and install the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the NCB file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
The NCB file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to NCB files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. 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 NCB file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected NCB file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the NCB files changes over time. 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 option of recovering data from damaged NCB files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Microsoft
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted NCB 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 operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move NCB to a different directory.
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. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the NCB file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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