HBZ File Extension

What is HBZ file?

HBZ is a file extension commonly associated with StarMoney Macro files. StarMoney Macro format was developed by Star Finanz GmbH. Files with HBZ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with HBZ extension are categorized as Developer Files files. The Developer Files subset comprises 1205 various file formats. StarMoney is by far the most used program for working with HBZ files. Software named StarMoney was created by Star Finanz GmbH. In order to find more detailed information on the software and HBZ files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support HBZ file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support HBZ files. Files with HBZ extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with HBZ extension?

Being unable to open files with HBZ extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with HBZ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install StarMoney

Problems with opening and working with HBZ files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with HBZ files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install StarMoney. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading StarMoney installed is by going to developer’s website (Star Finanz GmbH) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of StarMoney and update if needed

If you already have StarMoney installed on your systems and HBZ files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why HBZ files are not compatible with StarMoney. The most recent version of StarMoney is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign StarMoney to HBZ files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate HBZ files with latest version of StarMoney you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the HBZ file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the StarMoney installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HBZ files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected HBZ 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 HBZ extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the HBZ file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the HBZ file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The HBZ may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the HBZ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the HBZ file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the HBZ file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 HBZ 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.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the StarMoney Macro file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run StarMoney

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with HBZ extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 StarMoney Macro files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with HBZ files affecting older versions of given software.

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