I cannot open a SDB 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 SDB files, can be addressed in a standard way. Follow the steps below and we can guarantee that your problem with opening SDB will be resolved!
SDB File Extension
- File type OpenOffice Base Database Format
- File developer N/A
- File category Database Files
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What is a(n) SDB file?
SDB (OpenOffice Base database) files are a type of file used to store data created by the OpenOffice suite of programs. They save tables, queries, forms, and reports, and allow users to manipulate and analyze data with ease. SDB files store data in a structured format that can then be used by the OpenOffice suite for various applications.
SDB files have the added benefit of being able to be viewed and edited by users that don't have OpenOffice installed. This is done through the use of a freely available plugin, which allows users to view and edit SDB files without access to the full suite. Additionally, SDB files are easy to share and secure thanks to its lightweight file size.
How to open SDB file?
If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with SDB 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 SDB files
After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open SDB files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:
Programs that support SDB files
Step 2. Verify whether SDB files are associated with appropriate software
It is possible that an application that supports SDB files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with SDB 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 SDB 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 SDB files with the selected program.
Changing SDB file association in registry
File association for SDB 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 SDB file for other errors
- SDB file was not copied properly from storage medium.
- Antivirus application prevents opening SDB files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected SDB file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
- For SDB 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.
