File Extension Database

Open PBP File

PBP files can have a few different applications:

PSP Platform Firmware

The PBP file is used to update the firmware of the Sony PSP (PlayStation portable).

The data stored in a PBP file is saved as a firmware image and can only be used with the PSP, however if you need to open the file on your PC simply convert the PBP image file to a standard image file, such as a BIN or ISO.

You can also store and boot the PBP file, as a BIN or ISO file, through other storage media, such as CD and DVD.

It is necessary to remember that the PSP platform is no longer supported by the manufacturer.

PulseBoy Sounds

A PBP file is a project file created by PulseBoy, a program used to compose 8-bit samples and sounds.

It contains octave notes recorded on different tracks by a user.

PBP files also store audio settings, such as volume, pan, and beats per minute.

Users can create a PBP file by recording their melody, naming the file, and then selecting SAVE.

Open PBP File on Windows

Find a PBP file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a PBP 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 PBP 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 PBP file opener then try to search online for "PBP viewer", "application to open PBP file" or "open PBP file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open PBP file

Open PBP File on Mac OS

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

Open PBP File on Android

If you downloaded a PBP 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 PBP 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 "PBP".
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 "PBP viewer", "PBP 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.

Open PBP File on iPhone or iPad

To open PBP File on iOS device follow steps below:

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

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