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Basic information about OEB file

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

There are 2 file types using the OEB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the OEB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support OEB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the OEB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the OEB file?
  • How to open a OEB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a OEB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a OEB file?
  • How to convert OEB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to OEB file format?


1.Detail information about OEB file extension: Open eBook File

File type Open eBook File Category eBook Files
Developer IDPF File format Binary
Description OEB file is a Open eBook File developed by IDPF. Electronic publication created in the legacy Open eBook (OEB) format, which was used by some publishers and eBook readers; contains the book index, chapters, and page content; superseded by the .EPUB format.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert OEB files

Windows		 Geometer Plus FBReader

macOS		 Geometer Plus FBReader

Linux		 Geometer Plus FBReader


2.Detail information about OEB file extension: Outlook Express Backup Wizard File

File type Outlook Express Backup Wizard File Category Backup Files
Developer QSX File format Binary
Description OEB file is a Outlook Express Backup Wizard File developed by QSX.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert OEB files

Windows		 QSX Outlook Express Backup Wizard



Can't open a OEB 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.OEB”。

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 OEB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the OEB 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.