SBD File Extension

What is SBD file?

SBD is a file extension commonly associated with Mozilla Mail Subdirectory Format files. Mozilla Mail Subdirectory Format format was developed by Mozilla. SBD files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with SBD extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. SeaMonkey supports SBD files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. Software named SeaMonkey was created by Mozilla Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and SBD files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support SBD file extension

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

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

Step 1. Install SeaMonkey software

Problems with opening and working with SBD files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SBD files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select SeaMonkey or one of the recommended programs (for example, Netscape Navigator) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support SBD files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading SeaMonkey installed is by going to developer’s website (Mozilla Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If the problems with opening SBD files still occur even after installing SeaMonkey, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of SeaMonkey is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why SBD files are not compatible with SeaMonkey. The latest version of SeaMonkey should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Mozilla Mail Subdirectory Format files with SeaMonkey

After installing SeaMonkey (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open SBD files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the SBD file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where SeaMonkey is installed, check the Always use this app to open SBD files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected SBD file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with SBD extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the SBD file is complete and free of 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 SBD file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the SBD is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the SBD file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. SBD 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 SBD 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 SBD 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 Mozilla Mail Subdirectory Format file.

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

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

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 Mozilla Mail Subdirectory Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with SBD files affecting older versions of given software.

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