DBX File: What is it?

By:   |   Edited: November 26, 2018

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DBX File Summary

There are four file types associated with the DBX File Extension, with the most widely-observed being the Outlook Express E-mail Folder format. According to our database, nine distinct software programs (conventionally, Microsoft Outlook Express developed by Microsoft Corporation) will enable you to view these files. These files can be categorized as Uncommon Files, Plugin Files, or Database Files. In the majority of cases, these files will be Uncommon Files.

DBX files are found on both mobile and desktop platforms and can be opened using Windows and Mac operating systems. DBX files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

Although there is a lot more to know about DBX files, those are the most important details of these types of files. If you are having trouble opening these files, or would like more detailed information, please see our comprehensive information below.

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Known DBX Files

  4 known file types use this extension

Main DBX Affiliation

.DBX
Extension:.dbx
Class:Outlook Express E-mail Folder

Outlook Express E-mail Folder holds e-mail messages for a certain mailbox, which is determined through the user directory "Documents and Settings".

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
Function:Uncommon Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.dbx

Software Programs That Open The Outlook Express E-mail Folder:


Microsoft Outlook Express by Microsoft Corporation

Windows
Mac

Remo Recover Outlook Express by Remo Software

Windows

OE-Mail Recovery by Recovery Toolbox

Windows

DBXtract by SLCOCHRAN

Windows

DBXpress by SLCOCHRAN

Windows

Stellar DBX to PST Converter by Stellar Data Recovery

Windows

Secondary DBX Associations

.DBX
Extension:.dbx
Class:AutoCAD Database Extension File

AutoCAD Database Extension File is used by AutoCAD. It has custom information that are useful for reading and writing drawing information.

Programmer: Autodesk, Inc.
Function:Plugin Files

Software Programs That Open AutoCAD Database Extension File Files:


Autodesk AutoCAD Ecscad by Autodesk, Inc.

Compatible with:

Windows
.DBX
Extension:.dbx
Class:Visual FoxPro Table

Visual FoxPro Table is a database table, which is created by Microsoft Visual FoxPro, and can be utilized within a FoxPro database.

Programmer: Microsoft Corporation
Function:Database Files

Software Programs That Open Visual FoxPro Table Files:


Microsoft Visual FoxPro by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows
.DBX
Extension:.dbx
Class:Formula Graphics Project

DBX file is a project file created by Formula Graphics, a development tool for creating multimedia apps.

Programmer: Unknown Developer
Function:Graphic Files

Software Programs That Open Formula Graphics Project Files:


Formula Graphics by Unknown Developer

Compatible with:

Windows

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DBX Demand


Top Web Browsers

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

Device Used

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


Understanding DBX Issues


Common Problems Opening DBX Files

Microsoft Outlook Express is Not Installed

Double-clicking your DBX file prompts the message "%%os%% Can't Open DBX File". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Microsoft Outlook Express for %%os%% installed on your computer. The OS won't know what to do with your DBX file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


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


Microsoft Outlook Express Requires Update

In some cases, you might have a newer (or older) version of a Outlook Express E-mail Folder file that is unsupported by your installed application version. Installing the latest version of Microsoft Outlook Express from Microsoft Corporation is recommended. Most of the time your Outlook Express E-mail Folder file was created by a newer Microsoft Outlook Express than what you have installed.


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


Regardless, most of the DBX file opening problems relate to not having the right version of Microsoft Outlook Express installed.


Other Causes of DBX File Opening Problems

Assuming you have the right Microsoft Outlook Express version installed, other problems can prevent you from opening DBX files. If you're still experiencing problems opening DBX files, there could be other computer problems. Additional factors include:

  • DBX file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the DBX file inside the Windows Registry
  • Corrupt install of Microsoft Outlook Express or other DBX-related program
  • Something has caused file corruption of your DBX
  • DBX file integrity has been compromised by malware
  • Hardware related to DBXs has device driver corruption
  • Windows cannot load your Outlook Express E-mail Folder file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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