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Basic information about HDB file

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

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


1.Detail information about HDB file extension: HansaWorld Database File

File type HansaWorld Database File Category Database Files
Developer HansaWorld File format Binary
Description HDB file is a HansaWorld Database File developed by HansaWorld. Database file created by HansaWorld ERP system Enterprise, an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) application for medium to large-sized businesses; contains company financial and logistical data, including invoices, receipts, and reports.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDB files

Windows		 HansaWorld ERP system Enterprise

macOS		 HansaWorld ERP system Enterprise
HansaWorld Enterprise
HansaWorld Enterprise

Linux		 HansaWorld ERP system Enterprise
HansaWorld Enterprise


2.Detail information about HDB file extension: Watcher Database Patch File

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

Windows		 Watcher Database


3.Detail information about HDB file extension: ACT! History File

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

Windows		 Act!


4.Detail information about HDB file extension: Nero Hard Disk Backup File

File type Nero Hard Disk Backup File Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description HDB file is a Nero Hard Disk Backup File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert HDB files

Windows		 Nero Multimedia Suite



Can't open a HDB 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.HDB”。

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 HDB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the HDB 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.