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Basic information about LIB file

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

There are 15 file types using the LIB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the LIB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support LIB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the LIB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the LIB file?
  • How to open a LIB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a LIB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a LIB file?
  • How to convert LIB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to LIB file format?


1.Detail information about LIB file extension: Generic Data Library

File type Generic Data Library Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LIB file is a Generic Data Library. Library of information used by a specific program; often contains functions and constants referenced by a program; may also contain actual objects, such as text clippings, images, or other media; typically referenced by applications and should not be opened manually.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LIB files

Windows		 Various programs

macOS		 Various programs


2.Detail information about LIB file extension: Finale Library

File type Finale Library Category Data Files
Developer MakeMusic File format N/A
Description LIB file is a Finale Library developed by MakeMusic.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LIB files

Windows		 MakeMusic Finale

macOS
 MakeMusic Finale


3.Detail information about LIB file extension: Microsoft Linker Input Library Data

File type Microsoft Linker Input Library Data Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LIB file is a Microsoft Linker Input Library Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LIB files


4.Detail information about LIB file extension: Microsoft Linker Compressed Input Library File

File type Microsoft Linker Compressed Input Library File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LIB file is a Microsoft Linker Compressed Input Library File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LIB files


5.Detail information about LIB file extension: AS/400 Physical File Library

File type AS/400 Physical File Library Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LIB file is a AS/400 Physical File Library.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LIB files


6.Detail information about LIB file extension: Finale NotePad Music Library

File type Finale NotePad Music Library Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LIB file is a Finale NotePad Music Library.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LIB files

Windows		 Finale NotePad


7.Detail information about LIB file extension: Game Maker Drag & Drop Actions Library File

File type Game Maker Drag & Drop Actions Library File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LIB file is a Game Maker Drag & Drop Actions Library File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LIB files

Windows		 GameMaker


8.Detail information about LIB file extension: Greeting Card Library File

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

Windows		 Greeting Card Designer


9.Detail information about LIB file extension: OrCAD Library Model File

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

Windows		 TINA Design Suite
OrCAD PCB Designer


10.Detail information about LIB file extension: PSpice Library

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

Windows		 PSpice


11.Detail information about LIB file extension: Scholar's Aid Library File

File type Scholar's Aid Library File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LIB file is a Scholar's Aid Library File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LIB files

Windows		 Scholar's Aid


12.Detail information about LIB file extension: Sibelius House Style File

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

Windows		 Sibelius

macOS
 Sibelius for Mac


13.Detail information about LIB file extension: CIRCAD Source Library File

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

Windows		 CIRCAD


14.Detail information about LIB file extension: Sage MAS 90 Data File

File type Sage MAS 90 Data File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description LIB file is a Sage MAS 90 Data File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LIB files

Windows		 Sage MAS 90


15.Detail information about LIB file extension: WAsP Wind Atlas File

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

Windows		 WAsP



Can't open a LIB 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.LIB”。

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 LIB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the LIB 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.