LBL file extension is used by database label files supported by various database applications, including dBASE. LBL file stores a formatted label design.
Below is a table that list programs that support LBL files. LBL files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.
Updated: 12/10/2021
Problems with accessing LBL may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with LBL 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.
The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports LBL files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the dBASE developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy 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 dBASE website and download the installer.
If you already have dBASE installed on your systems and LBL 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. This can be one of the causes why LBL files are not compatible with dBASE. The most recent version of dBASE is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.
If you have the latest version of dBASE installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage LBL on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.
The procedure to change the default program in Windows
The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS
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 LBL file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.
If the LBL is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the LBL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the LBL file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.
If the LBL file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with LBL extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.
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.
If the systems has insufficient resources to open LBL files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.
Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Database Label Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with LBL files affecting older versions of given software.
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