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Issue: You Can't Open DBE Files
You might've double-clicked on the file, to be greeted with the "Choose a program to open the file" message. In some cases, you might be able to open the file, but the contents may seem garbled and that's because it was written to be opened in a specific program. Of course, you can't open a DBE file with just any software. Not to worry - we have you covered!
Step 1: Find Out Which Software Uses DBE Files
Opening your DBE file starts with understanding which software uses a DBE extension. In many cases, different types of software may use the same file extensions, also known as file associations.
ActiveSync Backup File and Database Engine File are the most popular software packages that use DBE files. Therefore, your best bet would be to download one of these software packages and use one of them to open your file.
Zipped files tend to require special handling and may require password access. Contact the file owner or the person who gave you the file for the password and unzip the file before attempting to open the contents.
Step 2: Learning More About DBE "File Type"
If you can't download ActiveSync Backup File or Database Engine File software, or if neither of them work to open your DBE file, you may be able to use the file type as a clue to finding out how you can open it. Using a Windows PC, you can right-click and navigate to "Properties" and then to "Type of file". On a Mac, select "More info" and "Kind".
Most likely, you will find that DBE files are considered Uncommon Files. Because many programs packages utilize Uncommon Files, you might be able to find a program on your computer that handles those types of files.
If that still does not work, you may have to contact the associated software developer to find out how to open it. Unless you know the specific developer, you could contact one of these developers for assistance.
Please see our chart below of software titles and their developers:
| Software | Developer |
|---|---|
| ActiveSync Backup File | Hewlett-Packard Development Company L.P. |
| Database Engine File | Microsoft Developer |
Solution: Use File Magic to Open Your DBE File
Although some files must be opened in binary file format (ie. in the program or device for which it was developed), you might be able to open it with a universal software viewer. Depending on the exact file format, you could use a universal software viewer such as File Magic [download] to open your DBE file. Download File Magic today to open your DBE files and hundreds of other file types with one program.
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