Tips to open WDB file
Can't open the WDB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open WDB files as well as a list of programs that support WDB files.
WDB file extension
| File Name |
Microsoft Works Database |
| File Developer |
Microsoft |
| File Category |
Database Files |
The WDB file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the WDB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the WDB file on each system platform.
What is WDB file?
The file with the extension WDB is the Database Files file type. The creator of this file is Microsoft. Additionally, the Database Files category contains 403 of other files. Microsoft Works Database is most often found on 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The main program that supports this format is Microsoft Works. This was created by Microsoft Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. You can use Works Database Converter in case Microsoft Works cannot be used.
How to open WDB file?
The most common problem when using Microsoft Works Database is that a specific WDB is not associated with the program. This causes the file WDB 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 WDB 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 Works
The first step is to check if the computer has the Microsoft Works program installed. To do this, enter the name Microsoft Works into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support WDB files.
Programs to open WDB file
Remember to download programs supporting WDB files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Works with WDB files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the WDB file to open in the Microsoft Works application, but you can set it manually. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. 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 WDB file with the Microsoft Works program.
Step 3. Update Microsoft Works to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Microsoft Works program, it is possible that Microsoft Works 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 WDB 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 affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the WDB file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the WDB file that we want to open. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover WDB files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the WDB files changes over time. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing 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 WDB 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 file WDB 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 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 WDB file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file WDB to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the WDB file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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