PBS File Extension

What is PBS file?

PBS is a file extension commonly associated with Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Brush Stroke Presets files. Corel Corporation defined the Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Brush Stroke Presets format standard. PBS file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. PBS file format, along with 1305 other file formats, belongs to the Settings Files category. The most popular software that supports PBS files is Corel PaintShop Pro.

Programs which support PBS file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PBS files. Files with PBS 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 PBS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PBS files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Brush Stroke Presets files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Corel PaintShop Pro software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PBS files is that no program that can handle PBS files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Corel PaintShop Pro and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Corel PaintShop Pro website and download the installer.

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

If the problems with opening PBS files still occur even after installing Corel PaintShop Pro, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Corel PaintShop Pro is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Corel PaintShop Pro cannot handle files with PBS may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Corel PaintShop Pro should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Brush Stroke Presets files with Corel PaintShop Pro

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

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the PBS with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Corel PaintShop Pro installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PBS files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the PBS file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 PBS extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the PBS for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the PBS file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the PBS in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the PBS is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the PBS file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the PBS file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with PBS extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Brush Stroke Presets file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Corel PaintShop Pro

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Corel PaintShop Photo Pro Brush Stroke Presets file. It may be the case that the PBS files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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