GBI File Extension

What is GBI file?

GBI is a file extension commonly associated with GBurner Project Format files. gBurner Systems defined the GBurner Project Format format standard. GBI files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. GBI file belongs to the Disk Image Files category just like 203 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling GBI files is gBurner, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format. Software named gBurner was created by gBurner Systems, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and GBI files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support GBI file extension

The following listing features GBI-compatible programs. Files with GBI 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 GBI extension?

Being unable to open files with GBI extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to GBurner Project Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install gBurner

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening GBI files is that no program that can handle GBI files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing gBurner or different compatible program, such as DAA2ISO, AnyToISO. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download gBurner installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit gBurner Systems, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update gBurner to the latest version

If you already have gBurner installed on your systems and GBI 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 gBurner installed, it may not support GBI format. The most recent version of gBurner is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open GBI files to gBurner

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the GBI file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where gBurner is installed, check the Always use this app to open GBI files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected GBI 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....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with GBI extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the GBI is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the GBI file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the GBI file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the GBI file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the GBI file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the GBI file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the GBI 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 GBurner Project Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle gBurner

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

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

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