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Basic information about PB1 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension PB1（*.PB1 or *.pb1）, 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 PB1 file yourself.

There are 4 file types using the PB1 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PB1 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PB1 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PB1 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PB1 file?
  • How to open a PB1 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PB1 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PB1 file?
  • How to convert PB1 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PB1 file format?


1.Detail information about PB1 file extension: Backup Mill Backup

File type Backup Mill Backup Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PB1 file is a Backup Mill Backup. The pb1 file extension is associated with the Backup Mill, a backup solution for Microsoft Windows operating system, which enables users to backup their data.

The pb1 file stores backup data from Backup Mill.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PB1 files

Windows		 Backup Mill


2.Detail information about PB1 file extension: Broderbund 3D Home Architect

File type Broderbund 3D Home Architect Category Misc Files
Developer Brøderbund Software, Inc. File format N/A
Description PB1 file is a Broderbund 3D Home Architect developed by Brøderbund Software, Inc..
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PB1 files

Windows		 3D Home Architect


3.Detail information about PB1 file extension: UltraEdit Popup Data

File type UltraEdit Popup Data Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PB1 file is a UltraEdit Popup Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PB1 files

Windows		 UltraEdit


4.Detail information about PB1 file extension: OrindaBuild Configuration

File type OrindaBuild Configuration Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PB1 file is a OrindaBuild Configuration.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PB1 files



Can't open a PB1 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.PB1”。

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 PB1 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support PB1 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 PB1 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 PB1 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a PB1 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 PB1 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the PB1 file is damaged.
  • Whether the PB1 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the PB1 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the PB1 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the PB1 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a PB1 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a PB1 file.

If the PB1 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.