PBTX File Extension

What is PBTX file?

Full format name of files that use PBTX extension is PowerBuilder Target Data Format. PBTX files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with PBTX extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Sybase PowerBuilder is by far the most used program for working with PBTX files. Software named Sybase PowerBuilder was created by Sybase Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and PBTX files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support PBTX file extension

The following listing features PBTX-compatible programs. Files with PBTX extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 04/01/2020

How to open file with PBTX extension?

Problems with accessing PBTX may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to PowerBuilder Target Data Format 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. Download and install Sybase PowerBuilder

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PBTX files is that no program that can handle PBTX files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Sybase PowerBuilder and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support PBTX files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Sybase PowerBuilder installed is by going to developer’s website (Sybase Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Sybase PowerBuilder and update if needed

You still cannot access PBTX files although Sybase PowerBuilder is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Sybase PowerBuilder installed, it may not support PBTX format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Sybase PowerBuilder.

Step 3. Associate PowerBuilder Target Data Format files with Sybase PowerBuilder

If you have the latest version of Sybase PowerBuilder installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PBTX on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the PBTX 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 Sybase PowerBuilder is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PBTX files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the PBTX file and select 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....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with PBTX extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the PBTX file is complete and free of errors

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

1. The PBTX 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 PBTX 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. If the PBTX file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic PBTX 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 PBTX 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.

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 PowerBuilder Target Data Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Sybase PowerBuilder

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with PowerBuilder Target Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the PBTX files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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