BBL File Extension

What is BBL file?

Full format name of files that use BBL extension is TeX/BibTeX Bibliographic Reference Format. TeX/BibTeX Bibliographic Reference Format format was developed by Oren Patashnik. Files with BBL extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with BBL extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular program for handling BBL files is WibTeX, but users can choose among 4 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support BBL file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support BBL files. Files with BBL suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with BBL extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening BBL files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with BBL 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 WibTeX

Problems with opening and working with BBL files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with BBL files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing WibTeX or different compatible program, such as BibDesk, proTeXt, Bib2x. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support BBL files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download WibTeX installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

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

If the problems with opening BBL files still occur even after installing WibTeX, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of WibTeX is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why BBL files are not compatible with WibTeX. The most recent version of WibTeX is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign WibTeX to BBL files

After installing WibTeX (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BBL files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the BBL file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where WibTeX is installed, check the Always use this app to open BBL 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 BBL file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select WibTeX and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BBL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the BBL 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 BBL file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the BBL file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the BBL file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the BBL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the BBL file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with BBL extension is complete and error-free

If the BBL file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. If the BBL file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the TeX/BibTeX Bibliographic Reference Format file again.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open BBL files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with TeX/BibTeX Bibliographic Reference Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BBL files affecting older versions of given software.

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