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Basic information about SWB file

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

There are 5 file types using the SWB file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the SWB file with their brief description and a list of programs that support SWB file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the SWB file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the SWB file?
  • How to open a SWB file?
  • What programs do I need to open a SWB file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a SWB file?
  • How to convert SWB files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to SWB file format?


1.Detail information about SWB file extension: Adobe PageMaker Colorsync Component File

File type Adobe PageMaker Colorsync Component File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SWB file is a Adobe PageMaker Colorsync Component File. The SWB file extension is associated with Adobe PageMaker desktop publishing software for Microsoft Windows and Mac OS operating systems. The .swb file stores colorsync component data.

Adobe PageMaker is discontinued product replaced by Adobe InDesign.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SWB files

Windows		 Adobe Pagemaker


2.Detail information about SWB file extension: Adobe Photoshop

File type Adobe Photoshop Category Misc Files
Developer Adobe Systems Incorporated File format N/A
Description SWB file is a Adobe Photoshop developed by Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SWB files

Windows		 Adobe Photoshop


3.Detail information about SWB file extension: SolidWorks Macro File

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

Windows		 SolidWorks


4.Detail information about SWB file extension: IBM Sametime Whiteboard File

File type IBM Sametime Whiteboard File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description SWB file is a IBM Sametime Whiteboard File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SWB files

Windows		 IBM Notes (Lotus Notes)


5.Detail information about SWB file extension: Epson File

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



Can't open a SWB 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.SWB”。

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 SWB extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SWB 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.