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Basic information about DAB file

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

There are 4 file types using the DAB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DAB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DAB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DAB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DAB file?
  • How to open a DAB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DAB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DAB file?
  • How to convert DAB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DAB file format?


1.Detail information about DAB file extension: Autodesk Rainfall Distribution Table

File type Autodesk Rainfall Distribution Table Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DAB file is a Autodesk Rainfall Distribution Table. The dab file extension is associated with application, such as AutoCAD Civil, AutoCAD, etc. developed by Autodesk.

The dab file contains rainfall distribution table. The file is in binary format.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DAB files

Windows		 AutoCAD

macOS		 AutoCAD for Mac


2.Detail information about DAB file extension: OrangeCD Catalog Database

File type OrangeCD Catalog Database Category Database Files
Developer Firetongue Software File format N/A
Description DAB file is a OrangeCD Catalog Database developed by Firetongue Software.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DAB files

Windows		 OrangeCD Catalog


3.Detail information about DAB file extension: AB SCIEX Analyst Software Data Acquisition Batch File

File type AB SCIEX Analyst Software Data Acquisition Batch File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DAB file is a AB SCIEX Analyst Software Data Acquisition Batch File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DAB files

Windows		 BioAnalyst Software


4.Detail information about DAB file extension: Digital Audio Broadcasting Audio Data

File type Digital Audio Broadcasting Audio Data Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DAB file is a Digital Audio Broadcasting Audio Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DAB files

Windows		 DMB Player



Can't open a DAB 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.DAB”。

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 DAB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the DAB 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.