RLB File Extension

What is RLB file?

RLB is a file extension commonly associated with Alias/Wavefront Bitmap Image files. RLB file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. RLB file belongs to the Graphic Files category just like 524 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports RLB files is XnView. On the official website of Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet developer not only will you find detailed information about theXnView software, but also about RLB and other supported file formats.

Programs which support RLB file extension

The following listing features RLB-compatible programs. RLB 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 RLB extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening RLB files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with RLB extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install XnView software

Problems with opening and working with RLB files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with RLB files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download XnView 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. The safest method of downloading XnView installed is by going to developer’s website (Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

You still cannot access RLB files although XnView is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that XnView cannot handle files with RLB may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of XnView is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Alias/Wavefront Bitmap Image files with XnView

After installing XnView (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open RLB files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the RLB 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
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where XnView is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open RLB files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected RLB file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with RLB extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the RLB is not faulty

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

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

Should it happed that the RLB is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the RLB file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the RLB 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. When downloading the file with RLB 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.

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 Alias/Wavefront Bitmap Image file.

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

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

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 Alias/Wavefront Bitmap Image files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with RLB files affecting older versions of given software.

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