SOB File Extension

What is SOB file?

Full format name of files that use SOB extension is OpenOffice.org Impress Bimap Styles Format. OpenOffice.org Impress Bimap Styles Format format was developed by OpenOffice.org. Files with SOB extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. SOB file belongs to the Raster Image Files category just like 522 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Apache OpenOffice software for managing SOB files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Apache OpenOffice was created by Apache Software Foundation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and SOB files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support SOB file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support SOB files. Files with SOB 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 SOB extension?

Being unable to open files with SOB extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to OpenOffice.org Impress Bimap Styles Format 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. Get the Apache OpenOffice

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening SOB files is that no program that can handle SOB files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Apache OpenOffice developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy 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 Apache OpenOffice installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Apache Software Foundation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Apache OpenOffice and update if needed

You still cannot access SOB files although Apache OpenOffice 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. This can be one of the causes why SOB files are not compatible with Apache OpenOffice. The latest version of Apache OpenOffice should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Apache OpenOffice to SOB files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate SOB files with latest version of Apache OpenOffice you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the SOB 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 Apache OpenOffice installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open SOB 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 SOB extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with SOB extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the SOB for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the SOB file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the SOB file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the SOB 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 SOB file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the SOB file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic SOB file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with SOB 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the OpenOffice.org Impress Bimap Styles Format file again.

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

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with OpenOffice.org Impress Bimap Styles 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 SOB files affecting older versions of given software.

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