File Extension Database

Open DB File

DB file extension is most commonly used by database files of different kinds. These files can be created with any of the following software packages: Oracle, Paradox, Mozilla Firefox, Windows XP and many others.

Database files usually consist of uniform structured records that are stored in binary form that is optimal for quick basic operations such as insert, update, delete as well as speedy lookups based on some search criteria. An example of lookup would be finding all invoices issued to company X during last 7 days. Fast loookups are usually performed with the help of index trees.

To open DB files you need to use specific software which was used to create it. Typically DB file contains only part of information required to read a database. You may need other files containing database logs, etc.

Frequently associated Windows objects:

dbfile

How Can I Open DB File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open DB file is to find a DB file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DB file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open DB file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as DB file opener then try to search online for "DB viewer", "application to open DB file" or "open DB file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open DB file

How Can I Open DB File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a DB file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DB file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with DB file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as DB file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open DB file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open DB file then try to search for "DB viewer", "application to open DB file" or "read DB file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read DB file

How Can I Open DB File on Android

If you downloaded a DB file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded DB file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "DB".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "DB viewer", "DB file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open DB File on iPhone or iPad

To open DB File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the DB file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "DB". This way you can find apps which can open DB files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "DB viewer" or "DB file" online in your favorite search engine.