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TBS File Extension

TuneUp Utilities Boot Screen
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    TuneUp Corporation
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What is TBS file?

TBS is a file extension commonly associated with TuneUp Utilities Boot Screen files. TuneUp Corporation defined the TuneUp Utilities Boot Screen format standard. TBS files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with TBS extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. TuneUp Utilities supports TBS files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used.

Programs which support TBS file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support TBS files. Files with TBS suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Programs that support TBS file

How to open file with TBS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening TBS files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to TuneUp Utilities Boot Screen files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the TuneUp Utilities

Install software to open TBS file Problems with opening and working with TBS files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with TBS files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install TuneUp Utilities or one to the listed programs: BootScreenView, TuneUp. 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 TuneUp Utilities installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of TuneUp Utilities and update if needed

Update software that support file extension TBSIf the problems with opening TBS files still occur even after installing TuneUp Utilities, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of TuneUp Utilities is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why TBS files are not compatible with TuneUp Utilities. The latest version of TuneUp Utilities should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open TBS files to TuneUp Utilities

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate TBS files with latest version of TuneUp Utilities you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Associate software with TBS file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Clicking the TBS with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 TuneUp Utilities installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open TBS files box and clicking OK button.
Associate software with TBS file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

  • From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with TBS extension, select Information
  • Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
  • Select TuneUp Utilities and click Change for all...
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with TBS extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the TBS for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the TBS file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

Check TBS file for viruses
1. Verify that the TBS in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the TBS 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. If the TBS file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the TBS 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. If the TBS 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 TuneUp Utilities Boot Screen file again.

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

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

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 TuneUp Utilities Boot Screen files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with TBS files affecting older versions of given software.

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