JBF File Extension

What is JBF file?

JBF filename suffix is mostly used for Paint Shop Pro Browser Cache Format files. Paint Shop Pro Browser Cache Format format was developed by Corel. Files with JBF extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. JBF file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. PaintShop Pro supports JBF files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support JBF file extension

Programs that can handle JBF files are as follows. Files with JBF 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 JBF extension?

Being unable to open files with JBF extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with JBF extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with JBF files.

Step 1. Download and install PaintShop Pro

Problems with opening and working with JBF files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with JBF files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing PaintShop Pro or different compatible program, such as XnView. 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 PaintShop Pro website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of PaintShop Pro

If you already have PaintShop Pro installed on your systems and JBF files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that PaintShop Pro cannot handle files with JBF may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using PaintShop Pro.

Step 3. Set the default application to open JBF files to PaintShop Pro

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate JBF files with latest version of PaintShop Pro you have installed on your device. 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 JBF file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where PaintShop Pro is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open JBF files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected JBF 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 PaintShop Pro and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with JBF extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the JBF for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the JBF file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the JBF file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the JBF 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. JBF file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the JBF 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. When downloading the file with JBF extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 PaintShop Pro

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Paint Shop Pro Browser Cache Format file. It may be the case that the JBF files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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