TBN File Extension

What is TBN file?

Full format name of files that use TBN extension is XBMC Thumbnail Image. XBMC Thumbnail Image format was developed by XBMC. TBN file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. TBN file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. XBMC supports TBN files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used. XBMC software was developed by XBMC, and on its official website you may find more information about TBN files or the XBMC software program.

Programs which support TBN file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support TBN files. TBN files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with TBN extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening TBN files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with TBN extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install XBMC software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports TBN files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install XBMC. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support TBN files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download XBMC installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit XBMC website and download from their official repositories.

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

You still cannot access TBN files although XBMC 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. If you have an older version of XBMC installed, it may not support TBN format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using XBMC.

Step 3. Set the default application to open TBN files to XBMC

If you have the latest version of XBMC installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage TBN on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the TBN file and choose 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 XBMC installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open TBN files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the TBN file and 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....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with TBN extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the TBN 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 TBN file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The TBN 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 TBN 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 TBN file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the TBN 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. It could happen the the download process of file with TBN extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the XBMC Thumbnail Image file.

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

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with XBMC Thumbnail Image files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the TBN files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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