WBB File Extension

What is WBB file?

WBB is a file extension commonly associated with WinBackup Archive files. WinBackup Archive specification was created by Uniblue. WBB file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with WBB extension are categorized as Backup Files files. The Backup Files subset comprises 243 various file formats. The most popular software that supports WBB files is WinBackup.

Programs which support WBB file extension

The following listing features WBB-compatible programs. WBB 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 WBB extension?

Being unable to open files with WBB extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with WBB files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install WinBackup

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports WBB files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the WinBackup 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. The safest method of downloading WinBackup installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If you already have WinBackup installed on your systems and WBB files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. 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 WinBackup installed, it may not support WBB 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 WinBackup.

Step 3. Assign WinBackup to WBB files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate WBB files with latest version of WinBackup you have installed 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.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the WBB with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 WinBackup is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open WBB files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WBB extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select WinBackup and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with WBB extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

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

If the WBB is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the WBB file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the WBB file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the WBB file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the WBB file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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. Check whether your system can handle WinBackup

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

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 WinBackup Archive files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle WBB files.

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