YBD File Extension

What is YBD file?

YBD is a file extension commonly associated with YobiDrive Link Format files. YobiDrive Link Format specification was created by EZC Group. Files with YBD extension may be used by programs distributed for Android, iOS, Mac OS, Windows platform. YBD file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use YobiExplorer software for managing YBD files, although 3 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support YBD file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with YBD files, divided into 4 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with YBD extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with YBD extension?

Problems with accessing YBD may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to YobiDrive Link 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 YBD files.

Step 1. Install YobiExplorer software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports YBD files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download YobiExplorer and install it on your device. 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 YobiExplorer installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update YobiExplorer to the latest version

You still cannot access YBD files although YobiExplorer is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that YobiExplorer cannot handle files with YBD may be that the software is outdated.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 YobiExplorer.

Step 3. Set the default application to open YBD files to YobiExplorer

After installing YobiExplorer (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open YBD files. 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

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the YBD file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the YobiExplorer installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open YBD files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected YBD file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with YBD extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the YBD for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the YBD file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the YBD in question is not infected with a computer virus

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

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

If the YBD file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. If the YBD file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the YobiDrive Link Format file.

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

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

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 YobiDrive Link Format files. It may be the case that the YBD files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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