NB File Issues: Why Your PC Won't Open NB Files

Few things are as frustrating as receiving a file that your computer refuses to open up. Understanding the reason why it won't work is the first step to finding a solution. Here are some of the most common error messages and issues when opening NB files.

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Common Error Messages

Error Message: The NB File is Corrupt

The only solution to a corrupt file, is to download a new copy, or to ask the sender to resend the file.

Error Message: Can't Find Software to Open the NB File

This error is quite easy to solve. Simply right-click on the NB file and select Mathematica Notebook, Nota Bene Document File, or WordPerfect Notebook from the dropdown list to create a default file type association. In future, it should automatically open in the software you selected.

Common NB-Related Issues

Issue: You Don't Have Mathematica Notebook, Nota Bene Document File, or WordPerfect Notebook Installed

You can simply download Mathematica Notebook, Nota Bene Document File, or WordPerfect Notebook software. NB uses Mathematica Notebook by default, but it is also compatible with Nota Bene Document File, and WordPerfect Notebook. If you have Mathematica Notebook, Nota Bene Document File, or WordPerfect Notebook installed, try make make one of these software packages your default file association for the NB file type extension.

Issue: You Have Mathematica Notebook, Nota Bene Document File, or WordPerfect Notebook Installed, But It's Still Not Working

If you have Mathematica Notebook, Nota Bene Document File, or WordPerfect Notebook installed and you still can't open the file, you should get in touch with the software developers for further assistance. See our chart below for who to contact:

Software Developer
Mathematica Notebook Wolfram Research Inc.
Nota Bene Document File Nota Bene Associates Inc.
WordPerfect Notebook Corel Corporation

Issue: You Can't Install Mathematica Notebook, Nota Bene Document File, or WordPerfect Notebook

If for some reason you can't or don't want to install Mathematica Notebook, Nota Bene Document File, or WordPerfect Notebook, you could also search online for free software that uses NB files. But, as a word of caution, please be careful as many free software downloads are infected with malware or bundled with unwanted software.


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