Can't Open Pcb File
Many people share .pcblib files without attaching instructions on how to use it. Yet it isn’t evident for everyone which program a .pcblib file can be edited, converted or printed with. On this page, we try to provide assistance for handling .pcblib files.
However, the pcb and schematic design should remain very similar. My problem is that I can't find a way to open these design files. I downloaded the zip file that included the,pcb and.sch file for the development board for the TIDA00120. I believe it is called PMP7605. If your design software includes a PCB-to-Gerber converter, you won’t have to use a Gerber-to-GCode converter or an open source tool like Gerbv. Any PCB-to-Gerber converter should allow you to export to the RS-274X and X2 formats. IPC-2581 is the other standard format, and your design software should export to this format if desired. To open PCB file you need to find an application which works with that kind of file. PCB file extension is used by operating systems to recognize files with content of type PCB. Here is some information which will get you started. How to Open PCB file. To see if you have an application which support PCB file format you need to double click on.
1 filename extension(s) found in our database.
.pcblib - Protel PCB 3.0 Binary Library
The PCBLIB data files are related to Altium Designer. PCBLIB file is a Protel PCB 3.0 Binary Library.
- Application:
- Altium Designer
- Category:
- Data files
- Mime-type:
- application/octet-stream
- Magic:
- - / -
- Aliases:
- -
- Protel PCB 3.0 Binary Library related extensions:
- .azs
- AirZip FileSECURE AZS File
- .azf
- AirZip FileSECURE AZF File
- .xrk
- AiM Tech EVO4S Logger Data
- .awsec
- AirWatch Inbox Secure Content
- .wwa
- WebSite-Watcher Archive
- .obc
- AICON 3D Photogrammetry File
Naturally, other applications may also use the .pcblib file extension. Even harmful programs can create .pcblib files. Be especially cautious with .pcblib files coming from an unknown source!
Can't open a .pcblib file?
When you double-click a file to open it, Windows examines the filename extension. If Windows recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When Windows does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:
Windows can't open this file:
example.pcblib
To open this file, Windows needs to know what program you want to use to open it. Windows can go online to look it up automatically, or you can manually select one from a list of programs that are installed on your computer.
To avoid this error, you need to set the file association correctly.
- Open Control Panel > Control Panel Home > Default Programs > Set Associations.
- Select a file type in the list and click Change Program.
The .pcblib file extension is often given incorrectly!
According to the searches on our site, these misspellings were the most common in the past year:
pblib
Is it possible that the filename extension is misspelled?
Similar file extensions in our database:
- .pblib
- PowerBASIC Library
Operating systems
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Do I have the right program?
If you don’t have a program installed on your computer that’s compatible with PCB files, you won’t be able to open one. See if you have one of the most common programs associated with PCB files listed below.
- P-CAD Database
- PowerPoint Application Data File
- Print Shop Deluxe Business Card
- Protel Technology Advanced PCB Design
- ExpressPCB Printed Circuit Board Layout
- CADSTAR Printed Circuit Board Design
- PC-Doctor File
- PCB Artist Printed Circuit Board file
- PADS Printed Circuit Board
- Unknown 3.0 Binary File
- PCB Layout Check Design Rule Template
- ACCEL or Protel Printed Circuit Board File
- Broderbund Print Shop Business Card
- Ivex Winboard Design File
- Unknown 4.0 Binary File
What type of file is it?
When you can’t open PCB files, try to figure out the file type. This can help you find the right program to open it. Usually, PCB files are considered Data Files. However, you can look up the file type to be sure. Start by right-clicking the file icon and clicking “Properties” (“More Info” if you’re on a Mac). Then look for the file type under “Type of File” (“Kind” on a Mac).
Can a developer help?
When you can’t open PCB files, a software developer might be able to help. The developers for the programs mentioned above are as follows:
Software | Developer |
---|---|
P-CAD Database | Altium Limited |
PowerPoint Application Data File | Microsoft Corporation |
Print Shop Deluxe Business Card | Unknown |
Protel Technology Advanced PCB Design | Windows Software |
ExpressPCB Printed Circuit Board Layout | ExpressPCB |
CADSTAR Printed Circuit Board Design | Quadra Solutions |
PC-Doctor File | Unknown |
PCB Artist Printed Circuit Board file | Advanced Circuits |
PADS Printed Circuit Board | Mentor Graphics Corp. |
Unknown 3.0 Binary File | Microsoft Developer |
PCB Layout Check Design Rule Template | Top Tec PCB Ltd. |
ACCEL or Protel Printed Circuit Board File | Microsoft Programmer |
Broderbund Print Shop Business Card | PC Software Company |
Ivex Winboard Design File | Microsoft Developer |
Unknown 4.0 Binary File | Windows Programmer |
Try contacting one of these developers to find out how you can open your PCB file.
How To Open .pcb File In Altium
Can I use a universal file viewer?
Cannot Open Pdb File
A universal file viewer is the way to go when you have PCB files that can’t be opened by any other program. Install a universal file viewer like File Magic (Download) and see if it will open your PCB file. Remember that if your file is not compatible, the universal file viewer will only open it in binary format.
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