PBU File Extension

What is PBU file?

PBU filename suffix is mostly used for PowerBASIC Unit files. PowerBASIC, Inc. defined the PowerBASIC Unit format standard. Files with PBU extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. PBU file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing PBU files is PowerBASIC. Software named PowerBASIC was created by PowerBASIC, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and PBU files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support PBU file extension

Programs that can handle PBU files are as follows. Files with PBU 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 PBU extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening PBU files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with PBU 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 PBU files.

Step 1. Install PowerBASIC software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports PBU files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download PowerBASIC and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support PBU files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit PowerBASIC website and download the installer.

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

If the problems with opening PBU files still occur even after installing PowerBASIC, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of PowerBASIC is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why PBU files are not compatible with PowerBASIC. 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. Set the default application to open PBU files to PowerBASIC

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate PBU files with latest version of PowerBASIC you have installed 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

• Clicking the PBU 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 PowerBASIC installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PBU files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PBU extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select PowerBASIC and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PBU extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the PBU is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the PBU file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the PBU file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the PBU is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the PBU file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. PBU file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic PBU file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 PBU 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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the PowerBASIC Unit file.

4. Check whether your system can handle PowerBASIC

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PBU files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 PowerBASIC Unit file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PBU files affecting older versions of given software.

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