File Extension AAB

Author:   |   Revised: November 28, 2018

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AAB File Summary

Only one known software program, Adobe Authorware developed by Adobe Systems Incorporated, is related to the AAB file extension. In addition, they are categorized under a single primary file type, described as the Adobe Authorware Binary Data format. The AAB File Extension are listed predominantly as Data Files.

File Extension AAB is supported by Windows and Mac operating systems. These types of files can be found on both desktop and mobile devices. The main AAB file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

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

Low
Prevalence
11197
Rank

/ 11690

Obsolete

Importance

28

November

2018

Updated

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Types of AAB Files


Chief AAB Description

.AAB
Formatting:.aab
Class:Adobe Authorware Binary Data

An AAB file is a file associated with Adobe Authorware and contains binary data. It contains a form of binary data.

Organization: Adobe Systems Incorporated
File Category:Data Files
Location: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.aab

Software Programs That Open The Adobe Authorware Binary Data:


Adobe Authorware by Adobe Systems Incorporated

Windows
Mac

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AAB Popularity


Leading Device Types

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


Troubleshooting Problems Opening AAB Files


Frequent AAB Opening Issues

Adobe Authorware Disappeared

When you double-click your AAB file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". When this happens, it is commonly due to Adobe Authorware missing in %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your AAB with Adobe Authorware, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens AAB files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


Outdated Adobe Authorware

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a Adobe Authorware Binary Data file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Download the latest Adobe Authorware version from the Adobe Systems Incorporated website to ensure you have the correct one installed. The primary cause of this problem is that your Adobe Authorware Binary Data file was created by a different (newer) version of Adobe Authorware than what's installed.


Tip: Investigate your AAB file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.


Primarily, problems experienced when opening AAB files are due to having the incorrect version of Adobe Authorware installed on your computer.


Associated Difficulties Loading AAB Files

Errors opening Adobe Authorware Binary Data files can still occur even with the latest Adobe Authorware software installed on your computer. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening AABs. These issues include:

  • Corrupt Windows Registry file path references for AAB
  • Mistaken removal of the Windows registry AAB description
  • Corrupt install of Adobe Authorware or other AAB-related program
  • AAB file corruption
  • Malware-tainted AAB file can't be opened
  • Hardware related to AABs has device driver corruption
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the Adobe Authorware Binary Data format

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