Basic information about DB file

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

There are 22 file types using the DB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DB file?
  • How to open a DB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DB file?
  • How to convert DB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DB file format?


1.Detail information about DB file extension: Database File

File type Database File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description DB file is a Database File. A DB file is a generic database file that stores data in a structured format, typically with an arrangement of tables, table fields, field data types, and field values. It can be created by various database programs and exported into different formats, such as .CSV files. DB files may also be imported by multiple database programs and is used for gaming files as well.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Microsoft Access 2016
LibreOffice
Synopsys Design Compiler Graphical
SQLite
Aryson SQLite Database Recovery
dBASE
Full Convert Enterprise
Paradox
solidDB
SQL Anywhere

macOS
SQLite
LibreOffice

Linux
SQLite
LibreOffice
SQL Anywhere/Unix


2.Detail information about DB file extension: Mobile Device Database File

File type Mobile Device Database File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description DB file is a Mobile Device Database File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
SQLite

macOS
SQLite

Linux
SQLite

iOS
Apple iOS


3.Detail information about DB file extension: Windows Thumbnail Cache

File type Windows Thumbnail Cache Category Misc Files
Developer Microsoft File format N/A
Description DB file is a Windows Thumbnail Cache developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Microsoft Windows


4.Detail information about DB file extension: QQ Account Database File

File type QQ Account Database File Category Data Files
Developer Tencent File format Binary
Description DB file is a QQ Account Database File developed by Tencent.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Tencent QQ


5.Detail information about DB file extension: X-Ray Engine Database

File type X-Ray Engine Database Category Game Files
Developer GSC Game World File format N/A
Description DB file is a X-Ray Engine Database developed by GSC Game World.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Data Unpacker


6.Detail information about DB file extension: Skype Chat History File

File type Skype Chat History File Category Data Files
Developer Skype File format Text
Description DB file is a Skype Chat History File developed by Skype.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Skype

macOS
Skype

Linux
Skype


7.Detail information about DB file extension: Database

File type Database Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a Database.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
dBASE
solidDB
SQL Anywhere
Microsoft Access
Full Convert Enterprise
DB Zipper
Navicat Premium
Exportizer
Navicat Premium

macOS
SQL Anywhere for Mac

Linux
SQL Anywhere for Linux/Unix


8.Detail information about DB file extension: ArcView Object Database

File type ArcView Object Database Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a ArcView Object Database.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
ArcGIS for Desktop Basic (ArcView)


9.Detail information about DB file extension: DIGIBooster Module

File type DIGIBooster Module Category Audio Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a DIGIBooster Module.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Amiga Forever


10.Detail information about DB file extension: Various Data Files

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

Windows
SmartWare II


11.Detail information about DB file extension: Corel Paradox Database

File type Corel Paradox Database Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a Corel Paradox Database.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Corel Paradox
Corel Quattro Pro
Full Convert Enterprise
Navicat Premium
Paradox database recovery
Corel WordPerfect Office


12.Detail information about DB file extension: Data By Smartware

File type Data By Smartware Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a Data By Smartware.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
SmartWare II


13.Detail information about DB file extension: Synopsys Design Compiler Data

File type Synopsys Design Compiler Data Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a Synopsys Design Compiler Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Design Compiler


14.Detail information about DB file extension: Microsoft Works File

File type Microsoft Works File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a Microsoft Works File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Microsoft Works


15.Detail information about DB file extension: Psion Series 3 Database File

File type Psion Series 3 Database File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a Psion Series 3 Database File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files


16.Detail information about DB file extension: DBASE IV/dBFast Configuration File

File type DBASE IV/dBFast Configuration File Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a DBASE IV/dBFast Configuration File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
dBASE
dBFast


17.Detail information about DB file extension: Mozilla (Netscape) Client Certificate File

File type Mozilla (Netscape) Client Certificate File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a Mozilla (Netscape) Client Certificate File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Netscape Navigator


18.Detail information about DB file extension: Novell GroupWise Address Book Database File

File type Novell GroupWise Address Book Database File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a Novell GroupWise Address Book Database File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Novell GroupWise

macOS
Novell GroupWise for Mac

Linux
Novell GroupWise for Linux


19.Detail information about DB file extension: Apple Safari Cache Database File

File type Apple Safari Cache Database File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a Apple Safari Cache Database File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Safari for Microsoft Windows

macOS
Safari


20.Detail information about DB file extension: Atari Jaguar Debugger Script File

File type Atari Jaguar Debugger Script File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a Atari Jaguar Debugger Script File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files


21.Detail information about DB file extension: WhatsApp Messenger Message Database

File type WhatsApp Messenger Message Database Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a WhatsApp Messenger Message Database.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files

Windows
Andriller


22.Detail information about DB file extension: Enpass Encrypted Database

File type Enpass Encrypted Database Category Encoded Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DB file is a Enpass Encrypted Database.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DB files



How to convert DB files to another file format?

There are 27 records in our database eligible for DB files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve DB to another files conversion, you may use the option.



How to convert another files to DB file format?

There are 18 records in our database eligible for another files to DB file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to DB conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a DB 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.DB”。

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 DB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the DB 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.