NWB File Extension

What is NWB file?

NWB filename suffix is mostly used for Nikon Capture White Balance files. Nikon Corporation defined the Nikon Capture White Balance format standard. Files with NWB extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. NWB file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. The software recommended for managing NWB files is Nikon Capture.

Programs which support NWB file extension

Programs that can handle NWB files are as follows. NWB 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 NWB extension?

Problems with accessing NWB may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with NWB 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. Get the Nikon Capture

Problems with opening and working with NWB files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with NWB files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Nikon Capture and install it on your device. 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 Nikon Capture website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Nikon Capture and update if needed

If the problems with opening NWB files still occur even after installing Nikon Capture, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Nikon Capture is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Nikon Capture cannot handle files with NWB may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Nikon Capture is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Nikon Capture White Balance files with Nikon Capture

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the NWB with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Nikon Capture is installed, check the Always use this app to open NWB files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected NWB file open the file menu and choose 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 NWB extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the NWB for errors

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

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the NWB file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. NWB file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the NWB 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. It could happen the the download process of file with NWB extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Nikon Capture White Balance file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Nikon Capture

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Nikon Capture White Balance files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the NWB files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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