PLB File Extension

What is PLB file?

PLB is a file extension commonly associated with FoxPro Library files. FoxPro Library format was developed by Microsoft Corporation. Files with PLB extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. PLB file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular program for handling PLB files is Visual FoxPro, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theVisual FoxPro software, but also about PLB and other supported file formats.

Programs which support PLB file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support PLB files. Files with PLB 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 PLB extension?

Problems with accessing PLB may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with PLB files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PLB files.

Step 1. Install Visual FoxPro software

Problems with opening and working with PLB files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PLB files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the Visual FoxPro 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. The safest method of downloading Visual FoxPro installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Visual FoxPro to the latest version

If the problems with opening PLB files still occur even after installing Visual FoxPro, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Visual FoxPro is available. 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 Visual FoxPro installed, it may not support PLB format. The latest version of Visual FoxPro should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Visual FoxPro to PLB files

After installing Visual FoxPro (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PLB files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the PLB file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Visual FoxPro is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PLB files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PLB file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PLB extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the PLB for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the PLB file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the PLB is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the PLB file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the PLB file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the PLB file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with PLB extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access 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 FoxPro Library file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Visual FoxPro

If the systems has insufficient resources to open PLB files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with FoxPro Library files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PLB files affecting older versions of given software.

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