TUB File Extension

What is TUB file?

TUB is a file extension commonly associated with Paint Shop Pro Picture Tube files. Paint Shop Pro Picture Tube specification was created by Corel. Files with TUB extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. TUB file belongs to the Raster Image Files category just like 522 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling TUB files is PaintShop Pro, but users can choose among 4 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support TUB file extension

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

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening TUB files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with TUB 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. Download and install PaintShop Pro

Problems with opening and working with TUB files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with TUB files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select PaintShop Pro or one of the recommended programs (for example, GIMP, XnView) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support TUB files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit PaintShop Pro website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of PaintShop Pro and update if needed

If the problems with opening TUB files still occur even after installing PaintShop Pro, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of PaintShop Pro is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of PaintShop Pro installed, it may not support TUB 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 PaintShop Pro.

Step 3. Assign PaintShop Pro to TUB files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate TUB files with latest version of PaintShop Pro you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with TUB extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select PaintShop Pro and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with TUB extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the TUB is not faulty

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 TUB file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the TUB file for viruses or malware

If the TUB is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the TUB file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic TUB 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 TUB 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Paint Shop Pro Picture Tube file again.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open TUB files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Paint Shop Pro Picture Tube files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with TUB files affecting older versions of given software.

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