TBL File Extension

What is TBL file?

TBL files are used for storing database tables. A typical TBL files contains empty tables to be imported to a script, for example, a website script. TBL is not a standardized format, but the most commonly found TBL files use XML or HTML document format to define the tables. TBL files are used as template files for generating base tables. Such templates are easily reused and make code more abstract and easier to change.

External files

TBL files are not standardized. How and when TBL files are used depends on the project specification. However, using external, code-free files for templating is a convenient way of maintaining project code.

Programs which support TBL file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open TBL files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with TBL suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 10/04/2023

How to open file with TBL extension?

Problems with accessing TBL may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Table Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with TBL files.

Step 1. Download and install Adobe PageMaker

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening TBL files is that no program that can handle TBL files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select Adobe PageMaker or one of the recommended programs (for example, ArcView, Nvu, Pro/Engineer) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support TBL files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Adobe PageMaker installed is by going to developer’s website (Adobe Systems Incorporated) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Adobe PageMaker to the latest version

You still cannot access TBL files although Adobe PageMaker 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 Adobe PageMaker cannot handle files with TBL 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 Adobe PageMaker.

Step 3. Associate Table Format files with Adobe PageMaker

If you have the latest version of Adobe PageMaker installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage TBL 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.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the TBL file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Adobe PageMaker is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open TBL files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected TBL file open the file menu and choose 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....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with TBL extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the TBL 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 TBL file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the TBL file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the TBL file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the TBL file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the TBL file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the TBL file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with TBL extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support TBL files. Close all running programs and try opening the TBL file.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Table 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 TBL files affecting older versions of given software.

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