BB4 File Extension

What is BB4 file?

BB4 filename suffix is mostly used for BBC Micro Picture Image Format files. Files with BB4 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with BB4 extension are categorized as Raster Image Files files. The Raster Image Files subset comprises 522 various file formats. The software recommended for managing BB4 files is RECOIL. RECOIL software was developed by Piotr Fusik and Adrian Matoga, and on its official website you may find more information about BB4 files or the RECOIL software program.

Programs which support BB4 file extension

Programs that can handle BB4 files are as follows. BB4 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 01/20/2020

How to open file with BB4 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening BB4 files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with BB4 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. Download and install RECOIL

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BB4 files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install RECOIL. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit RECOIL website and download the installer.

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

If you already have RECOIL installed on your systems and BB4 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. This can be one of the causes why BB4 files are not compatible with RECOIL. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using RECOIL.

Step 3. Assign RECOIL to BB4 files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate BB4 files with latest version of RECOIL you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the BB4 file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where RECOIL is installed, check the Always use this app to open BB4 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected BB4 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with BB4 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the BB4 for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper BB4 file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The BB4 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the BB4 is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the BB4 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the BB4 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with BB4 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run RECOIL

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with BB4 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with BBC Micro Picture Image Format files. It may be the case that the BB4 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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