IBC File Extension

What is IBC file?

Full format name of files that use IBC extension is Microsoft Office Outlook Data Format. Files with IBC extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with IBC extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Microsoft Outlook supports IBC files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. Software named Microsoft Outlook was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and IBC files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support IBC file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open IBC files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with IBC suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 08/01/2020

How to open file with IBC extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening IBC files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with IBC files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Outlook software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening IBC files is that no program that can handle IBC files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Microsoft Outlook developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Microsoft Outlook installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Outlook and update if needed

If you already have Microsoft Outlook installed on your systems and IBC files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Microsoft Outlook cannot handle files with IBC may be that the software is outdated.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 Microsoft Outlook.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Outlook to IBC files

After installing Microsoft Outlook (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open IBC files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the IBC with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Outlook is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open IBC files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Verify that the IBC is not faulty

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

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

Should it happed that the IBC is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. IBC file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If you obtained the problematic IBC file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with IBC extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

If the systems has insufficient resources to open IBC 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 Microsoft Office Outlook Data Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle IBC files.

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