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NOTEBOOK File Extension

SMART Notebook Format
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    SMART Technologies
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    3.4 (15 votes)

What is NOTEBOOK file?

NOTEBOOK file format is native to SMART Notebook, a software tool for creating digital materials for teachers. NOTEBOOK is a data file that stores such data as diagrams, images, notes, or audio and video data.

Usage of NOTEBOOK files

SMART Notebook allows users to create dynamic lecture materials, save them in NOTEBOOK files and share them among teachers and students.

NOTEBOOK – successor to older formats

NOTEBOOK format replaces older formats, that is XBK and NBK, which offered limited functionality. XBK and NBK files can be converted into the newer NOTEBOOK files.

Programs which support NOTEBOOK file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support NOTEBOOK files. NOTEBOOK files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Programs that support NOTEBOOK file

Updated: 02/07/2020

How to open file with NOTEBOOK extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening NOTEBOOK files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to SMART Notebook Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with NOTEBOOK files.

Step 1. Download and install MimioStudio

Install software to open NOTEBOOK file The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports NOTEBOOK files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install MimioStudio or one to the listed programs: SMART Technologies Notebook Express, SMART Notebook software. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support NOTEBOOK files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download MimioStudio installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit mimio website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of MimioStudio

Update software that support file extension NOTEBOOKYou still cannot access NOTEBOOK files although MimioStudio is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. 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 NOTEBOOK files are not compatible with MimioStudio. The latest version of MimioStudio should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign MimioStudio to NOTEBOOK files

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

Associate software with NOTEBOOK file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Clicking the NOTEBOOK with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
  • Select Choose another app → More apps
  • To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the MimioStudio installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open NOTEBOOK files box and clicking OK button.
Associate software with NOTEBOOK file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

  • Right-click the NOTEBOOK file and select Information
  • Open the Open with section by clicking its name
  • From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
  • A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with NOTEBOOK extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

Check NOTEBOOK file for viruses
1. Check the NOTEBOOK file for viruses or malware

If the NOTEBOOK is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. NOTEBOOK file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the NOTEBOOK 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 NOTEBOOK file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the SMART Notebook Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open MimioStudio

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

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

Conversion of a NOTEBOOK file

File Conversions from NOTEBOOK extension to a different format
File conversions from other format to NOTEBOOK file
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