File Extension Database

Open TPB File

The TPB file extension can refer to a multitude of different file types, thus the format and method to open or use these files can greatly vary. While some TPB files may be most commonly associated with Titles Project Backup from Visionaire Studio, they can also be created by other software applications. In this article, we will delve deeper into the different uses and formats of TPB files and how to effectively open and utilize them.

Toon Boom Storyboard Project Backup Files

TPB files are primarily known as Toon Boom Storyboard Project Backup files. Originating from Toon Boom's Storyboard Pro software, these are automatically generated backups of your main Storyboard projects. You can open these backup files using the same software, Toon Boom Storyboard Pro. (Check the software at www.toonboom.com).

Turbo Profiler Binary Output

Another use for the TPB file extension is the Turbo Profiler Binary Output. This is a file type associated with Turbo Profiler, a software profiling tool from Borland. These TPB files store binary data output from the software profiling process. Unfortunately, Turbo Profiler isn't commercially available anymore. However, open-source alternatives like GNU gprof (See GNU gprof documentation) can analyze these files.

Titles Project Backup

A lesser-known application of the TPB file extension is for Titles Project Backup files, created by the Visionaire Studio game engine. These files are essentially backup copies of game title projects. You can open and edit them using Visionaire Studio. See the official website (www.visionaire-studio.net) for more information.

TreePad Safe Business Productivity Tool Suite

The final usage for the TPB file extension that we'll cover here relates to the TreePad safer business productivity tool suite. TreePad is a personal information manager that safely stores your data in a hierarchical tree structure. TPB files created by TreePad contain backup data for this application. To open these files, use the TreePad Business Edition. Visit the official site (www.treepad.com/treepad-business/) for more details.

TPB File Important Information

To summarize, TPB file format is flexible and thus, can be used in various applications. The key to opening and utilizing such files lies in knowing the source software. Once identified, one can easily work with TPB files in the respective environment for storyboard project backups, software profiling, game title backups, or personal information management. Always ensure you trust the source of the TPB file to prevent any potential security risks.

How Can I Open TPB File on Windows

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

How Can I Open TPB File on Mac OS

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

How Can I Open TPB File on Android

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

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

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