PBT File Extension

What is PBT file?

PBT filename suffix is mostly used for Microsoft Source Profiler Binary Table files. Microsoft Corporation defined the Microsoft Source Profiler Binary Table format standard. Files with PBT extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with PBT extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. The most popular program for handling PBT files is Visual C++, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Visual C++ software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about PBT files or the Visual C++ software program.

Programs which support PBT file extension

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

Problems with accessing PBT may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Microsoft Source Profiler Binary Table files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Visual C++

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PBT files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select Visual C++ or one of the recommended programs (for example, Microsoft Windows) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. 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 Visual C++ website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Visual C++

You still cannot access PBT files although Visual C++ 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. The reason that Visual C++ cannot handle files with PBT may be that the software is outdated.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 Visual C++.

Step 3. Associate Microsoft Source Profiler Binary Table files with Visual C++

After installing Visual C++ (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PBT files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

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

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PBT extension, 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....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PBT extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the PBT 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 PBT file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The PBT 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 PBT file hinders attempts to open 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 PBT file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If you obtained the problematic PBT file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with PBT 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.

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 Microsoft Source Profiler Binary Table file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Visual C++

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Microsoft Source Profiler Binary Table files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PBT files affecting older versions of given software.

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