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Basic information about VDB file

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

There are 7 file types using the VDB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the VDB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support VDB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the VDB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the VDB file?
  • How to open a VDB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a VDB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a VDB file?
  • How to convert VDB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to VDB file format?


1.Detail information about VDB file extension: VistaDB Database File

File type VistaDB Database File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VDB file is a VistaDB Database File. File extension vdb seems to be also associated with the VistaDB embedded
relational database engine developed by eSymmetrix, Inc. for Microsoft Windows operating system.

Its probably licensed to many software companies for their products.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VDB files

Windows		 VistaDB
Family Tree Maker
VistaDB


2.Detail information about VDB file extension: Symantec Virus Database File

File type Symantec Virus Database File Category Data Files
Developer Symantec File format Binary
Description VDB file is a Symantec Virus Database File developed by Symantec.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VDB files

Windows		 Symantec EndPoint Protection 12
Norton Antivirus
Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition


3.Detail information about VDB file extension: OpenVDB Volume Database File

File type OpenVDB Volume Database File Category Data Files
Developer DreamWorks Animation File format N/A
Description VDB file is a OpenVDB Volume Database File developed by DreamWorks Animation.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VDB files

Windows		 DreamWorks Animation OpenVDB

macOS
 DreamWorks Animation OpenVDB

Linux		 DreamWorks Animation OpenVDB


4.Detail information about VDB file extension: Trend Pc-cillin 2000 File

File type Trend Pc-cillin 2000 File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VDB file is a Trend Pc-cillin 2000 File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VDB files


5.Detail information about VDB file extension: Dr. Web Anti-Virus Database

File type Dr. Web Anti-Virus Database Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VDB file is a Dr. Web Anti-Virus Database.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VDB files


6.Detail information about VDB file extension: Norton Antivirus Virus Definition Update

File type Norton Antivirus Virus Definition Update Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VDB file is a Norton Antivirus Virus Definition Update.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VDB files

Windows		 Norton Antivirus


7.Detail information about VDB file extension: Swiss Topo Map File

File type Swiss Topo Map File Category GIS Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description VDB file is a Swiss Topo Map File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert VDB files

Windows		 CompeGPS Land



Can't open a VDB 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.VDB”。

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 VDB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the VDB 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.