Basic information about SCB file

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

There are 2 file types using the SCB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the SCB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support SCB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the SCB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the SCB file?
  • How to open a SCB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a SCB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a SCB file?
  • How to convert SCB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to SCB file format?


1.Detail information about SCB file extension: Scala Published Script

File type Scala Published Script Category Executable Files
Developer Scala File format N/A
Description SCB file is a Scala Published Script developed by Scala. Script created with Scala, a digital signage management program; contains instructions used to control digital signs; similar to an .SCA file, but is saved in a published format that cannot be edited.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SCB files

Windows		 Scala Designer
Scala Content Manager
Scala Ad Manager


2.Detail information about SCB file extension: Scrambls Encrypted File

File type Scrambls Encrypted File Category Encoded Files
Developer Wave Systems File format Binary
Description SCB file is a Scrambls Encrypted File developed by Wave Systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SCB files

Windows		 Scrambls for files



Can't open a SCB 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.SCB”。

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 SCB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SCB 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.