BOB File Extension

What is BOB file?

BOB is a file extension commonly associated with BOB Raytracer Bitmap Image files. BOB files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with BOB extension are categorized as Graphic Files files. The Graphic Files subset comprises 524 various file formats. XnView is by far the most used program for working with BOB files. XnView software was developed by Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet, and on its official website you may find more information about BOB files or the XnView software program.

Programs which support BOB file extension

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

Being unable to open files with BOB extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to BOB Raytracer Bitmap Image files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with BOB files.

Step 1. Download and install XnView

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BOB files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download XnView and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support BOB files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. 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. Verify the you have the latest version of XnView

If you already have XnView installed on your systems and BOB 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. The reason that XnView cannot handle files with BOB may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using XnView.

Step 3. Assign XnView to BOB files

After installing XnView (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BOB files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the BOB file
• 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 BOB files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected BOB file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select XnView and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with BOB extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the BOB is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the BOB file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

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

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the BOB 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. When downloading the file with BOB 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. Check whether your system can handle XnView

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with BOB 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 BOB Raytracer Bitmap Image files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle BOB files.

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