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Basic information about PB file

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

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


1.Detail information about PB file extension: PocketCache Backup File

File type PocketCache Backup File Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PB file is a PocketCache Backup File. The pb file extension is most likely best known for its use in PowerBASIC, an integrated development environment for Microsoft Windows operating system that allows users to develop applications.

The pb file contains saved PowerBASIC configuration (PBCONFIG.PB).

This pb file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PB files

Windows		 PocketCache


2.Detail information about PB file extension: PureBasic Source File

File type PureBasic Source File Category Developer Files
Developer Fantaisie File format N/A
Description PB file is a PureBasic Source File developed by Fantaisie.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PB files

Windows		 Fantaisie Software PureBasic
A text editor
PowerBASIC

macOS
 Fantaisie Software PureBasic
A text editor

Linux		 Fantaisie Software PureBasic
A text editor


3.Detail information about PB file extension: PowerBASIC Configuration Data

File type PowerBASIC Configuration Data Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PB file is a PowerBASIC Configuration Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PB files

Windows		 PowerBASIC


4.Detail information about PB file extension: WinFax Pro Phone Book

File type WinFax Pro Phone Book Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PB file is a WinFax Pro Phone Book.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PB files



Can't open a PB 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.PB”。

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 PB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PB 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.