Tips to open VBX file

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

VBX file extension

File Name Visual Basic Custom Control
File Developer Microsoft
File Category Developer Files

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

Operating systems
  • 5
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What is VBX file?

The file with the extension VBX is the Developer Files file type. It was designed by Microsoft. Developer Files consists of 1205 similar files. Visual Basic Custom Control is supported by 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. Alternatively, you can use 4 other programs. Visual C++, Microsoft CodeView, Microsoft Visual Basic, Microsoft Visual Studio will apply when it is not possible to use Windows Debug Tools.

How to open VBX file?

The most common problem when using Visual Basic Custom Control is that a specific VBX is not associated with the program. This causes the file VBX 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 VBX 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 Windows Debug Tools

In this case, you should first verify that the Windows Debug Tools application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Windows Debug Tools into the 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 VBX files.

Step 2. Create association of Windows Debug Tools with VBX files

If, despite the installed application, the VBX file does not start in the Windows Debug Tools 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 displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the VBX file with the Windows Debug Tools program.

Step 3. Update Windows Debug Tools to the latest version

If, however, after binding Windows Debug Tools with Visual Basic Custom Control there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the VBX 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 VBX file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to VBX files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. 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 quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our VBX file. However, remember that not every infected VBX file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of VBX 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged VBX files.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted VBX 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the VBX file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the VBX file is blocked by the first application to open it. 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 VBX file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.