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Basic information about DB1 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension DB1（*.DB1 or *.db1）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the DB1 file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the DB1 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DB1 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DB1 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DB1 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DB1 file?
  • How to open a DB1 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DB1 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DB1 file?
  • How to convert DB1 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DB1 file format?


1.Detail information about DB1 file extension: Tekla Structures Model File

File type Tekla Structures Model File Category CAD Files
Developer Tekla File format Binary
Description DB1 file is a Tekla Structures Model File developed by Tekla. File created with Tekla Structures building information management (BIM) software; saves a structural 3D model of a building or construction site plan and can accurately represent materials and structural complexity; used for saving building plans before they are constructed.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB1 files

Windows		 Tekla Structures
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. database extractor



Can't open a DB1 file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.DB1”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the DB1 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support DB1 file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of DB1 files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a DB1 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a DB1 file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a DB1 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the DB1 file is damaged.
  • Whether the DB1 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the DB1 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the DB1 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the DB1 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a DB1 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a DB1 file.

If the DB1 file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.