BMB File Extension

What is BMB file?

Full format name of files that use BMB extension is Pro/ENGINEER Temporary. Parametric Technology Corporation defined the Pro/ENGINEER Temporary format standard. Files with BMB extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. BMB file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Pro/Engineer is by far the most used program for working with BMB files.

Programs which support BMB file extension

Programs that can handle BMB files are as follows. Files with BMB suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with BMB extension?

Problems with accessing BMB may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Pro/ENGINEER Temporary files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Pro/Engineer

Problems with opening and working with BMB files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with BMB files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Pro/Engineer developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Pro/Engineer installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Pro/Engineer and update if needed

You still cannot access BMB files although Pro/Engineer is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Pro/Engineer cannot handle files with BMB may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Pro/Engineer should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Pro/ENGINEER Temporary files with Pro/Engineer

After installing Pro/Engineer (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BMB files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the BMB with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Pro/Engineer is installed, check the Always use this app to open BMB files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the BMB file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with BMB extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the BMB is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the BMB file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the BMB file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the BMB is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. BMB file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic BMB file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the BMB file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Pro/ENGINEER Temporary file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Pro/Engineer

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support BMB files. Close all running programs and try opening the BMB file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Pro/ENGINEER Temporary files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BMB files affecting older versions of given software.

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