I cannot open a SNB 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 SNB files, can be addressed in a standard way. Follow the steps below and we can guarantee that your problem with opening SNB will be resolved!

SNB File Extension

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  • File type Shanda Bambook EBook
  • File developer N/A
  • File category Misc Files
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What is a(n) SNB file?

The .SNB extension can be found mainly on e-book readers adapted to the Asian market. Bambook has decided to create their own format of e-books, so you can usually only find it on their devices, but some of the more advanced devices also allow you to open this content.

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How to open SNB file?

If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with SNB 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 SNB files

After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open SNB files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:

Programs that support SNB files

Windows programs
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Step 2. Verify whether SNB files are associated with appropriate software

It is possible that an application that supports SNB files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with SNB files (right-click on the file icon → PropertiesGeneral Tab → In submenu "Open with" and click on "Change" button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support SNB 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 SNB files with the selected program.

Changing SNB file association in registry

File association for SNB 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 SNB file for other errors

  • SNB file was not copied properly from storage medium.
  • Antivirus application prevents opening SNB files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected SNB file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
  • For SNB 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.

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