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Basic information about OLB file

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

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


1.Detail information about OLB file extension: OLE Object Library

File type OLE Object Library Category Misc Files
Developer Microsoft File format Binary
Description OLB file is a OLE Object Library developed by Microsoft. Object library that contains data types and constants referenced by MS Office components; may cause certain Microsoft programs to not function correctly if moved or renamed.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert OLB files

Windows		 Microsoft Word 2016
Microsoft Excel 2016
Microsoft PowerPoint 2016
Microsoft Project 2016
Microsoft Visual FoxPro
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017
Microsoft Office


2.Detail information about OLB file extension: OrCAD Symbol Library File

File type OrCAD Symbol Library File Category CAD Files
Developer Cadence Design Systems File format Binary
Description OLB file is a OrCAD Symbol Library File developed by Cadence Design Systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert OLB files

Windows		 Cadence OrCAD PCB Designer


3.Detail information about OLB file extension: VAX Object Library

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


4.Detail information about OLB file extension: Medical Terminology Challenge Data File

File type Medical Terminology Challenge Data File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description OLB file is a Medical Terminology Challenge Data File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert OLB files


5.Detail information about OLB file extension: PSpice Capture Symbols Model File

File type PSpice Capture Symbols Model File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description OLB file is a PSpice Capture Symbols Model File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert OLB files

Windows		 PSpice


6.Detail information about OLB file extension: Synergy/DE Object Library

File type Synergy/DE Object Library Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description OLB file is a Synergy/DE Object Library.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert OLB files

Windows		 Synergy/DE



Can't open a OLB 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.OLB”。

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 OLB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the OLB 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.