I cannot open a PBD file. What should I do? Help!
Virtually anyone has encountered some problems with opening unknown files while working on a computer. It can be very frustrating. Yet such problems, not only with PBD files, can be addressed in a standard way. Follow the steps below and we can guarantee that your problem with opening PBD will be resolved!
PBD File Extension
- File type EaseUS Todo Backup Format
- File developer CHENGDU Yiwo Tech Development
- File category Backup Files
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What is a(n) PBD file?
The PBD (EaseUS Todo Backup Format) file format is a proprietary backup file type developed and used by EaseUS Todo Backup software. It provides users with an easy way to back up files, folders, hard drives, and emails for the purpose of data recovery or disaster recovery.
PBD files are compressed archives, often encrypted for security purposes. They store a single complete backup of the user's data, which can be restored via the EaseUS Todo Backup software. The PBD files are cross-platform compatible and can be opened on any platform that supports the EaseUS Todo Backup application.
How to open PBD file?
If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with PBD extension, it is highly probable that no program that supports given files is installed on the users’ system. Below is a list of actions user should pursue in order to resolve most common problems.
Step 1. Download and install application that supports PBD files
After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open PBD files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:
Programs that support PBD files
Step 2. Verify whether PBD files are associated with appropriate software
It is possible that an application that supports PBD files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with PBD files (right-click on the file icon → Properties → General Tab → In submenu "Open with" and click on "Change" button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support PBD files. Choose the application by checking the box "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files". System will store this information in its registry and use it to open PBD files with the selected program.
Changing PBD file association in registry
File association for PBD files can be edited manually by editing appropriate entry in Windows System Registry. However, it is discouraged as it may introduce errors to registry if not done properly and may even damage the system.
Step 3. Check PBD file for other errors
- PBD file was not copied properly from storage medium.
- Antivirus application prevents opening PBD files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected PBD file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
- For PBD files downloaded from the internet it is advised to check if the file has been downloaded completely and is not corrupted. If not, the file should be re-downloaded.
