Tips to open TBK file

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

TBK file extension

File Name ToolBook Format
File Developer SumTotal Systems
File Category Data Files

The TBK file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the TBK files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the TBK file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 3
  • 1
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is TBK file?

The file in the TBK format belongs to the Data Files category. The author of this format is SumTotal Systems. In addition to this file, the Data Files category includes 1326 related files. ToolBook Format is supported by 3 operating systems. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Mozilla Firefox. This was created by Mozilla. There are also 4 alternative programs to handle the TBK file. The ToolBook, Microsoft Internet Explorer programs will also handle the file when the Mozilla Firefox program does not fulfill its role.

How to open TBK file?

The most common problem when using ToolBook Format is that a specific TBK is not associated with the program. This causes the file TBK 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 TBK 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 Mozilla Firefox

In this case, you should first verify that the Mozilla Firefox application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Mozilla Firefox 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 TBK with Mozilla Firefox. Below you will find a list of applications that support TBK files.

Step 2. Create association of Mozilla Firefox with TBK files

If, despite the installed application, the TBK file does not start in the Mozilla Firefox application, you must create a file association. 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 select the desired program. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the TBK file with the Mozilla Firefox application.

Step 3. Update Mozilla Firefox to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the Mozilla Firefox program, it is possible that ToolBook Format requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Mozilla page and install.

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

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:

The TBK file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the TBK file. 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. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file TBK or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected TBK file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of TBK 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 this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged TBK files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting SumTotal Systems, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file TBK 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. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move TBK to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the TBK file again. 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.