File Extension Database

Open LDB File

The main function of LDB files is to prevent two people from editing the files at the same time, within a Microsoft Access database.

Access databases are usually multi-user, and if a file is open by more than one user and both are trying to make changes to the file at the same time, the file could become corrupted and data may be lost.

The LDB file prevents this from happening by locking the file when a user already has it open through the object that calls the database.

The LDB file must be in the same folder as the original file and with the same name, but the LDB extension is assigned to the file instead of the MDB extension.

After the user with the edit-enabled file has closed the file, the lock is removed from the file and another user can open the edit-enabled version.

To open or use an LDB file you must have the appropriate program installed, which in this case is Microsoft Access.

Frequently associated Windows objects:

Access.LockFile.12
Access.LockFile.14

How Can I Open LDB File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open LDB file is to find a LDB file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a LDB 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 LDB 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 LDB file opener then try to search online for "LDB viewer", "application to open LDB file" or "open LDB file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open LDB file

How Can I Open LDB File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a LDB file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a LDB 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 LDB file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as LDB file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open LDB file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open LDB file then try to search for "LDB viewer", "application to open LDB file" or "read LDB file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read LDB file

How Can I Open LDB File on Android

If you downloaded a LDB 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 LDB 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 "LDB".
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 "LDB viewer", "LDB 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 LDB File on iPhone or iPad

To open LDB 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 LDB 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 "LDB". This way you can find apps which can open LDB 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 "LDB viewer" or "LDB file" online in your favorite search engine.