ODB File Type

Reporter:   |   Revised: November 26, 2018

Microsoft Silver

ODB File Summary

Most ODB files can be viewed with six known software applications, typically Apache OpenOffice developed by Apache Software Foundation. It's main file type association is the OpenDocument Database format, but also includes two other rarely-seen file types. The ODB File Extension are listed predominantly as Database Files, while in other circumstances they can be Data Files.

The ODB File Extension can be viewed on the Windows, Mac, and Android operating systems. They are supported on both desktop and mobile devices. ODB files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

Please see the detailed information below to learn more about ODB files and the programs that can open them. In addition, we provide simple troubleshooting information to help you open your ODB file.

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Importance

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2018

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Varieties of ODB Files

  3 known file types use this extension

Dominant ODB File Type

.ODB
File ID:.odb
Class:OpenDocument Database

ODB is a file created by Apache OpenOffice Base software, an open source desktop relational database . It is used to save structured information such as tables and records.

Organization: Various Developers
Class:Database Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.odb

Software Programs That Open The OpenDocument Database:


Apache OpenOffice by Apache Software Foundation

Windows
Mac
Android
Linux

LibreOffice by The Document Foundation

Windows
Mac
iOS
Linux

NeoOffice by Planamesa Software Inc.

Mac

Calligra Suite by KDE

Windows
Mac
Android
Linux

Abaqus/Standard by Dassault Systèmes

Windows

More ODB Files

.ODB
File ID:.odb
Class:ABAQUS Database

ABAQUS Database file (ODB) is a database developed by ABAQUS simulations which are used for engineering and other analysis purposes.

Organization: Dassault Systèmes
Class:Database Files

Software Programs That Open ABAQUS Database Files:


Abaqus/Standard by Dassault Systèmes

Compatible with:

Windows
.ODB
File ID:.odb
Class:ArcView Object Database ASCII Data

ODB file stores object database in ASCII text file format. ODB files associated with ArcView, an application used to view and edit GIS data.

Organization: ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute)
Class:Data Files

Software Programs That Open ArcView Object Database ASCII Data Files:


ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop by ESRI (Environmental Systems Research Institute)

Compatible with:

Windows

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ODB File Popularity


Mobile Device Share

Samsung (28.86%)
Apple (21.83%)
Huawei (9.25%)
Xiaomi (6.74%)
LG (3.11%)

Browser Popularity

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


ODB Troubleshooting


Common ODB Opening Problems

Apache OpenOffice is Not Installed

If you attempt to load your ODB file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open ODB Files". When this happens, it is commonly due to Apache OpenOffice missing in %%os%%. You won't be able to double-click to open your ODB because your OS doesn't know what to do with it.


Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your ODB, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").


Apache OpenOffice Requires Update

Your OpenDocument Database file is incompatible with Apache OpenOffice because you might have the wrong version installed. Download the latest Apache OpenOffice version from the Apache Software Foundation website to ensure you have the correct one installed. This issue mainly occurs when your OpenDocument Database file was created by a newer version of Apache OpenOffice than you have on your PC.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of ODB file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening ODB files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.


Additional ODB Opening Issues

You can still experience errors opening ODB files even with the latest version of Apache OpenOffice installed on your PC. Other ODB opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • File references in the Windows Registry for ODB are wrong
  • The ODB file description within the Windows Registry was removed
  • Invalid installation of a ODB-associated program (eg. Apache OpenOffice)
  • Your ODB can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Malware-tainted ODB file can't be opened
  • Hardware related to ODBs has device driver corruption
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the OpenDocument Database format

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