ARTB File Extension

What is ARTB file?

ARTB is a file extension commonly associated with Artboard Document files. Artboard Document format was developed by Mapdiva. ARTB files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS. Files with ARTB extension are categorized as Vector Image Files files. The Vector Image Files subset comprises 138 various file formats. The software recommended for managing ARTB files is Artboard. Artboard software was developed by Mapdiva, LLC, and on its official website you may find more information about ARTB files or the Artboard software program.

Programs which support ARTB file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support ARTB files. Files with ARTB extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with ARTB extension?

Being unable to open files with ARTB extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with ARTB extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Artboard software

Problems with opening and working with ARTB files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ARTB files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Artboard developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support ARTB files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Artboard installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Mapdiva, LLC website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Artboard and update if needed

If you already have Artboard installed on your systems and ARTB files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Artboard installed, it may not support ARTB format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Artboard.

Step 3. Associate Artboard Document files with Artboard

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate ARTB files with latest version of Artboard you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the ARTB file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Artboard is installed, check the Always use this app to open ARTB files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the ARTB file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Artboard and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with ARTB extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the ARTB is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the ARTB file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The ARTB may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the ARTB is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. ARTB file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the ARTB file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the ARTB file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with ARTB extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Artboard Document file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Artboard

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with ARTB extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Artboard Document files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the ARTB files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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