Troubleshooting Problems Opening DTB Files
Common DTB Opening Problems
DataCAD is Not Installed
You attempt to load your DTB file and get an error such as "- Can't Open The DTB File Extension". When this happens, it is commonly due to DataCAD missing in - . The typical path of opening your DTB with a double-click won't work because - cannot make the program connection.
Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your DTB, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").
DataCAD Requires Update
It is possible that your version of DataCAD isn't able to open your DataCAD Custom Toolbar File file due to incompatibility. Download the latest DataCAD version from the DataCAD LLC website to ensure you have the correct one installed. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.
Tip: Right-clicking on your DTB, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.
Conclusion: The majority of DTB file opening issues are due to not having the correct DataCAD version installed.
Other DTB File Opening Causes
Although you might already have DataCAD or another DTB-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening DataCAD Custom Toolbar File files. If you're still experiencing problems opening DTB files, there could be other computer problems. Additional factors include:
- File references in the Windows Registry for DTB are wrong
- Accidental deletion of the description of the DTB file in the Windows registry
- Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the DTB format
- The DTB itself is corrupted
- Malware-tainted DTB file can't be opened
- Drivers associated with DTB software need to be updated
- Windows has inadequate resources to open your DataCAD Custom Toolbar File file
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