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1File types that are unsupported can be opened in binary format.
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1st Method: Open it in another program.
When you double-click TAB files, your computer attempts to open it in a program associated with TAB files. If there’s no program associated with TAB files on your computer, the file won’t open. To open the file, download one of the most popular programs associated with TAB files such as Unknown Apple II File, ArcView Lookup File, or GPS Pathfinder Office Station/Session Table.
2nd Method: Take a hint from the file type.
The TAB file extension usually indicates it's under the umbrella of GIS Files. However, if it’s another file type, it might not open with one of the programs listed above. Take the following steps to find the file type:
- Right-click the file.
- Click “Properties” (Windows) or “More Info” (Mac).
- Locate the file type under either “Type of File” (Windows) or “Kind” (Mac).
3rd Method: Check with the developer.
So you’ve tried using a different program, you’ve confirmed the file type, and your TAB file still won’t open. Even if these methods were unsuccessful, you might still be able to reach out to a software developer for help. Use the chart below to find the developer for each of the programs mentioned above and contact them directly for assistance.
| Software | Developed By |
|---|---|
| Unknown Apple II File | found on Golden Orchard Apple II CD Rom |
| ArcView Lookup File | ESRI |
| GPS Pathfinder Office Station/Session Table | Trinble Navigation Limited |
| Diabetes Mentor File | Microsoft Developer |
| Notes 5 Full Text Index | IBM |
| ThinBASIC Adventure Builder Adventure Data | Catventure |
| Guitar Tablature File | PC Software Company |
| Insight II Table File | Accelrys Software Inc. |
| Lotus 1-2-3 Table | Windows Software |
| MapInfo Table | Mapinfo Corporation |
| Stork Format Color Lookup Table | Windows Software |
| TAB Separated File | Microsoft Developer |
4th Method: Open it in a universal file viewer.
If the developer isn’t able to help, a universal file viewer probably can. File Magic (Download) and similar programs are designed to open a wide variety of file formats, including TAB files. Some aren’t compatible and will only open in binary. Download File Magic now to open you TAB and hundreds of other file types with one program!
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