Tips to open SMB file
Can't open the SMB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open SMB files as well as a list of programs that support SMB files.
SMB file extension
| File Name |
Autodesk Symbol Library |
| File Developer |
Autodesk, Inc. |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The SMB file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the SMB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the SMB file on each system platform.
What is SMB file?
The SMB file has been categorized as Misc Files. The creator of this file is Autodesk, Inc.. In addition to this file, the Misc Files category includes 6033 related files. Autodesk Symbol Library appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The AutoCAD application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Autodesk, Inc.. There are also 1 alternative programs to handle the SMB file. You can use Autodesk MapGuide Enterprise in case AutoCAD cannot be used.
How to open SMB file?
An often recurring problem with Autodesk Symbol Library is that SMB is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that SMB files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the SMB 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
In this case, you should first verify that the AutoCAD application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing AutoCAD into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open SMB files.
Programs to open SMB file
Remember to download programs supporting SMB files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of AutoCAD with SMB files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the SMB file to open in the AutoCAD application, but you can set it manually. 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. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the AutoCAD application as the default for handling the SMB file.
Step 3. Update AutoCAD to the latest version
If, despite the association of the AutoCAD program with the Autodesk Symbol Library file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. In this case, use the Autodesk, Inc. website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the SMB file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. The most common file problems are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. Usually this applies to SMB 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. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file SMB or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected SMB file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of SMB 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.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair SMB file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Autodesk, Inc., but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file SMB 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. If possible, you can try to move the SMB file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the SMB file is blocked by the first application to open it. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the SMB file while scanning. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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