QBS File Extension

What is QBS file?

QBS is a file extension commonly associated with Microsoft QuickBasic Program Format files. QBS file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. QBS file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling QBS files is QuickBASIC, but users can choose among 20 different programs that support this file format. QuickBASIC software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about QBS files or the QuickBASIC software program.

Programs which support QBS file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open QBS files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. Files with QBS 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.

Updated: 02/03/2020

How to open file with QBS extension?

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

Step 1. Download and install QuickBASIC

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening QBS files is that no program that can handle QBS files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select QuickBASIC or one of the recommended programs (for example, Navicat for MySQL, Navicat Premium, Navicat for Oracle) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download QuickBASIC installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of QuickBASIC and update if needed

If the problems with opening QBS files still occur even after installing QuickBASIC, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of QuickBASIC is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that QuickBASIC cannot handle files with QBS may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of QuickBASIC should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign QuickBASIC to QBS files

If you have the latest version of QuickBASIC installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage QBS on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the QBS file
• 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 QuickBASIC installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open QBS files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with QBS extension, 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 QBS extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the QBS file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the QBS file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The QBS 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 QBS 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. QBS file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the QBS 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. If the QBS 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 Microsoft QuickBasic Program Format file.

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

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Microsoft QuickBasic Program Format 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 QBS files affecting older versions of given software.

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