PBL File Extension

What is PBL file?

PBL is a file extension commonly associated with PowerBASIC Library files. PowerBASIC, Inc. defined the PowerBASIC Library format standard. Files with PBL extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. PBL file belongs to the Developer Files category just like 1205 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing PBL files is PowerBASIC. On the official website of PowerBASIC, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about thePowerBASIC software, but also about PBL and other supported file formats.

Programs which support PBL file extension

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

Problems with accessing PBL may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with PBL 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 PBL files.

Step 1. Get the PowerBASIC

Problems with opening and working with PBL files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PBL files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the PowerBASIC developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading PowerBASIC installed is by going to developer’s website (PowerBASIC, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update PowerBASIC to the latest version

If you already have PowerBASIC installed on your systems and PBL 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 The reason that PowerBASIC cannot handle files with PBL may be that the software is outdated.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 PowerBASIC.

Step 3. Associate PowerBASIC Library files with PowerBASIC

If you have the latest version of PowerBASIC installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PBL on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the PBL file and choose 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 PowerBASIC installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PBL files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PBL file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 PBL extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the PBL 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 PBL file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The PBL may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the PBL 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. PBL file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If you obtained the problematic PBL file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with PBL extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access 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 PowerBASIC Library file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run PowerBASIC

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support PBL files. Close all running programs and try opening the PBL 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 PowerBASIC Library file. It may be the case that the PBL files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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