LBM File Extension

What is LBM file?

LBM filename suffix is mostly used for Deluxe Paint Bitmap Image files. Electronic Arts defined the Deluxe Paint Bitmap Image format standard. Files with LBM extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. LBM file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. PaintShop Pro supports LBM files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 5 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support LBM file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with LBM files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with LBM 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 LBM extension?

Being unable to open files with LBM extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with LBM 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 PaintShop Pro

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports LBM files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install PaintShop Pro or one to the listed programs: Image Converter Plus, XnView, Nero Multimedia Suite. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit PaintShop Pro website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of PaintShop Pro

You still cannot access LBM files although PaintShop Pro is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. 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 LBM files are not compatible with PaintShop Pro. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using PaintShop Pro.

Step 3. Associate Deluxe Paint Bitmap Image files with PaintShop Pro

If you have the latest version of PaintShop Pro installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage LBM on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the LBM file and choose Open with option
• 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 PaintShop Pro installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open LBM files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with LBM extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with LBM extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the LBM for errors

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

1. Check the LBM file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the LBM file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. LBM 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 LBM 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. When downloading the file with LBM extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Deluxe Paint Bitmap Image file. It may be the case that the LBM files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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