Basic information about AVB file

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

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


1.Detail information about AVB file extension: Microsoft Comic Chat Character

File type Microsoft Comic Chat Character Category Raster Image Files
Developer Microsoft File format N/A
Description AVB file is a Microsoft Comic Chat Character developed by Microsoft. File used by Microsoft Comic Chat, a chatroom application; contains an avatar that is referenced by the program to represent the user.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AVB files

Windows		 Microsoft Comic Chat 2.5


2.Detail information about AVB file extension: Avid Bin File

File type Avid Bin File Category Video Files
Developer Avid File format Binary
Description AVB file is a Avid Bin File developed by Avid.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AVB files

Windows		 Avid Media Composer
Avid Xpress

macOS
 Avid Media Composer
Avid Xpress



Can't open a AVB 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.AVB”。

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 AVB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the AVB 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.