BUB File Extension

What is BUB file?

Full format name of files that use BUB extension is Photobubble. BUB file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with BUB extension are categorized as Video Files files. The Video Files subset comprises 546 various file formats. QuickTime Player is by far the most used program for working with BUB files. Software named QuickTime Player was created by Apple, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and BUB files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support BUB file extension

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

How to open file with BUB extension?

Problems with accessing BUB may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with BUB files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with BUB files.

Step 1. Get the QuickTime Player

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BUB files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download QuickTime Player and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support BUB files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit QuickTime Player website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update QuickTime Player to the latest version

If you already have QuickTime Player installed on your systems and BUB files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of QuickTime Player installed, it may not support BUB 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 QuickTime Player.

Step 3. Assign QuickTime Player to BUB files

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the BUB with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where QuickTime Player is installed, check the Always use this app to open BUB files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with BUB extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select QuickTime Player and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BUB extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the BUB is not faulty

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 BUB file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the BUB in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the BUB is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the BUB file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic BUB file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the BUB file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Photobubble file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle QuickTime Player

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support BUB files. Close all running programs and try opening the BUB file.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Photobubble files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BUB files affecting older versions of given software.

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