Tips to open SDBX file

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

SDBX file extension

File Name AutoCAD Civil 3D Survey Database Format
File Category Misc Files

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

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What is SDBX file?

The SDBX file has been categorized as Misc Files. Misc Files consists of 6033 similar files. AutoCAD Civil 3D Survey Database Format is supported by 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use AutoCAD Civil 3D to handle this file. This is a program created by Autodesk, Inc..

How to open SDBX file?

An often recurring problem with AutoCAD Civil 3D Survey Database Format is that SDBX is not associated with the correct program file. This causes the file SDBX to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the SDBX 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 AutoCAD Civil 3D

In this case, you should first verify that the AutoCAD Civil 3D application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name AutoCAD Civil 3D 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 is a list of programs that support the file SDBX.

Programs to open SDBX file

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

Step 2. Create association of AutoCAD Civil 3D with SDBX files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the SDBX file to open in the AutoCAD Civil 3D application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. 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. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the AutoCAD Civil 3D application as the default for handling the SDBX file.

Step 3. Update AutoCAD Civil 3D to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the AutoCAD Civil 3D program, it is possible that AutoCAD Civil 3D Survey Database Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Autodesk, Inc. website or update the program from the application.

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

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:

The SDBX file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the SDBX 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 virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the SDBX file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover SDBX 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 SDBX 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 this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair SDBX file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use help.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file SDBX except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the SDBX file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the SDBX file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.