Basic information about GBR file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension GBR(*.GBR or *.gbr), 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 GBR file yourself.

There are 3 file types using the GBR file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the GBR file with their brief description and a list of programs that support GBR file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the GBR file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the GBR file?
  • How to open a GBR file?
  • What programs do I need to open a GBR file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a GBR file?
  • How to convert GBR files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to GBR file format?


1.Detail information about GBR file extension: Gameboy Tileset File

File type Gameboy Tileset File Category Developer Files
Developer Harry Mulder File format N/A
Description GBR file is a Gameboy Tileset File developed by Harry Mulder. File created by Gameboy Tile Designer (GBTD), a program that lets users design tiles for their Gameboy productions; contains tile and palette information including the Gameboy color set, number of tiles, and tile size (8 x 8, 8 x 16, 16 x 16, or 32 x 32).
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GBR files

Windows
Gameboy Tile Designer


2.Detail information about GBR file extension: Gerber File

File type Gerber File Category Data Files
Developer Ucamco File format Binary
Description GBR file is a Gerber File developed by Ucamco.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GBR files

Windows
Altium Designer
GraphiCode GC-Prevue
PentaLogix ViewMate
Pentalogix ViewMaster
PTC Creo View Express
Artwork Conversion GBR2DXF
Gerbv

macOS
Gerbv
gEDA

Linux
gEDA
Gerbv


3.Detail information about GBR file extension: GIMP Brush File

File type GIMP Brush File Category Raster Image Files
Developer GIMP File format Binary
Description GBR file is a GIMP Brush File developed by GIMP.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GBR files

Windows
GIMP

macOS
GIMP

Linux
GIMP



How to convert GBR files to another file format?

There are 8 records in our database eligible for GBR files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve GBR to another files conversion, you may use the option.



How to convert another files to GBR file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for another files to GBR file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to GBR conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a GBR 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.GBR”。

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 GBR extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support GBR 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 GBR 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 GBR file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a GBR 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 GBR file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the GBR 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.