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Basic information about GAB file

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

There are 1 file types using the GAB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the GAB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support GAB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the GAB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the GAB file?
  • How to open a GAB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a GAB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a GAB file?
  • How to convert GAB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to GAB file format?


1.Detail information about GAB file extension: Dencom Global Address Book Export

File type Dencom Global Address Book Export Category Misc Files
Developer Dencom File format N/A
Description GAB file is a Dencom Global Address Book Export developed by Dencom. GAB is a file extension commonly associated with Dencom Global Address Book Export files. Dencom Global Address Book Export format was developed by Dencom. GAB file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Dencom Global Address Book is by far the most used program for working with GAB files. Dencom Global Address Book software was developed by Dencom, and on its official website you may find more information about GAB files or the Dencom Global Address Book software program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GAB files

Windows		 Dencom Global Address Book



How to convert GAB files to another file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for GAB files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve GAB to another files conversion, you may use the option.

GAB to XLSX


Can't open a GAB 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.GAB”。

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 GAB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the GAB 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.