FCB File Extension

What is FCB file?

FCB filename suffix is mostly used for FAAST Builder files. Fonix Corporation defined the FAAST Builder format standard. FCB file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. FCB file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The software recommended for managing FCB files is FAAST Builder. On the official website of Fonix Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theFAAST Builder software, but also about FCB and other supported file formats.

Programs which support FCB file extension

Programs that can handle FCB files are as follows. FCB files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with FCB extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening FCB files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to FAAST Builder files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with FCB files.

Step 1. Get the FAAST Builder

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports FCB files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install FAAST Builder. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support FCB files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download FAAST Builder installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Fonix Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of FAAST Builder and update if needed

You still cannot access FCB files although FAAST Builder 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. If you have an older version of FAAST Builder installed, it may not support FCB format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using FAAST Builder.

Step 3. Associate FAAST Builder files with FAAST Builder

If you have the latest version of FAAST Builder installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage FCB on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the FCB file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where FAAST Builder is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open FCB files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with FCB extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with FCB extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the FCB is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the FCB file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the FCB in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the FCB is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the FCB file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the FCB file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with FCB extension is complete and error-free

If the FCB file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the FCB file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the FAAST Builder file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open FAAST Builder

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with FAAST Builder files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle FCB files.

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