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Basic information about JOB file

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

There are 6 file types using the JOB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the JOB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support JOB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the JOB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the JOB file?
  • How to open a JOB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a JOB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a JOB file?
  • How to convert JOB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to JOB file format?


1.Detail information about JOB file extension: MicroSim PCBoard External ASCII Job File

File type MicroSim PCBoard External ASCII Job File Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description JOB file is a MicroSim PCBoard External ASCII Job File. The job file extension is associated with MicroSim PCBoard (now OrCAD PCB Designer) CAD software for Windows that allows engineers to design Printable Circuit Boards (PCB). The .job file stores external ASCII job data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert JOB files

Windows		 OrCAD PCB Designer


2.Detail information about JOB file extension: MetaCAM Nest Job File

File type MetaCAM Nest Job File Category CAD Files
Developer Metamation File format Binary
Description JOB file is a MetaCAM Nest Job File developed by Metamation.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert JOB files

Windows		 Metamation MetaCAM Nesting


3.Detail information about JOB file extension: Windows Task Scheduler Job File

File type Windows Task Scheduler Job File Category System Files
Developer Microsoft File format Binary
Description JOB file is a Windows Task Scheduler Job File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert JOB files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows Task Scheduler


4.Detail information about JOB file extension: Survey Pro Job Settings

File type Survey Pro Job Settings Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description JOB file is a Survey Pro Job Settings.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert JOB files

Windows		 Survey Pro


5.Detail information about JOB file extension: Microsoft Systems Management Server Job File

File type Microsoft Systems Management Server Job File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description JOB file is a Microsoft Systems Management Server Job File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert JOB files

Windows		 Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS)


6.Detail information about JOB file extension: Kodak Preps Project

File type Kodak Preps Project Category Page Layout Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description JOB file is a Kodak Preps Project.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert JOB files



Can't open a JOB 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.JOB”。

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 JOB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the JOB 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.