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Basic information about TBD file

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

There are 3 file types using the TBD file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the TBD file with their brief description and a list of programs that support TBD file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the TBD file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the TBD file?
  • How to open a TBD file?
  • What programs do I need to open a TBD file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a TBD file?
  • How to convert TBD files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to TBD file format?


1.Detail information about TBD file extension: Document System Document Source Code File

File type Document System Document Source Code File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TBD file is a Document System Document Source Code File. The tbd file extension is associated with the Microsoft Visual Studio an integrated development environment for Microsoft Windows, Windows Phone and Web apps.

The tbd file stores some kind of data used by Visual Studio.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TBD files

Windows		 Document System


2.Detail information about TBD file extension: Visual Studio Toolbox Data File

File type Visual Studio Toolbox Data File Category Data Files
Developer Microsoft File format N/A
Description TBD file is a Visual Studio Toolbox Data File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TBD files

Windows		 Microsoft Visual Studio 2017


3.Detail information about TBD file extension: Toon Boom Studio Drawing File

File type Toon Boom Studio Drawing File Category Vector Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description TBD file is a Toon Boom Studio Drawing File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert TBD files



Can't open a TBD 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.TBD”。

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 TBD extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the TBD 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.