What's the GRB File?

Reporter:   |   Updated: December 12, 2018

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GRB File Summary

Two known software programs (notably, MS-DOS developed by Microsoft Corporation) are related to the GRB file extension. In addition, they are categorized under two distinct file types, but mainly identified as the MS-DOS Shell Monitor Data format. The GRB File Extension are listed predominantly as System Files, while in other circumstances they can be Backup Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. The Popularity Rating for GRB files is "Low", which means these files are not ordinarily found on an everyday user's device.

If you would like to learn more about GRB files and the software that opens them, please see the additional detailed information below. Also, you can learn how to do some basic GRB file troubleshooting if you are having trouble opening these files.

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Sorts of GRB Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Chief GRB Description

.GRB
Formatting:.grb
Classification:MS-DOS Shell Monitor Data

A GRB file is a data file associated with the MS-DOS operating system. It contains various data used by the MS-DOS Shell Monitor program.

Developer: Microsoft Corporation
Kind:System Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.grb

Software Programs That Open The MS-DOS Shell Monitor Data:


MS-DOS by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Additional GRB Files

.GRB
Formatting:.grb
Classification:GRBackPro Backup File

A GRB file may be associated with the backup software GRBackPro. It contains a user-defined backup procedures and schedules.

Developer: GRSoftware
Kind:Backup Files

Software Programs That Open GRBackPro Backup File Files:


GRBackPro by GRSoftware

Compatible with:

Windows

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GRB Requests


Browser Hierarchy

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


Troubleshooting Problems Opening GRB Files


Typical GRB Opening Challenges

Missing MS-DOS

If you attempt to load your GRB file, you experience a message such as "Can't Open GRB Files". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have MS-DOS for %%os%% installed on your computer. The OS won't know what to do with your GRB file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


Tip: If you know of another program that can open your GRB file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.


Obsolete Version of MS-DOS

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of MS-DOS installed that's incompatible with your MS-DOS Shell Monitor Data type. You will need to download a newer version of MS-DOS if you don't have the right version. This problem is predominately due to having a MS-DOS Shell Monitor Data file version that was created by a newer version of MS-DOS than what you have installed on your PC.


Tip: You can sometimes get hints about the right program version by right-clicking on the GRB file, selecting "Properties", and looking at the version information.


Summary: Not having the right MS-DOS version on your computer can cause problems opening GRB files.


Additional GRB Opening Issues

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of MS-DOS will resolve your issue. If you're still experiencing problems opening GRB files, there could be other computer problems. Issues that aren't software-related:

  • Invalid GRB file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Corruption of the GRB file description inside the Registry
  • Partial installation of MS-DOS that did not fully complete
  • File corruption affecting your GRB file
  • GRB file integrity has been compromised by malware
  • Drivers associated with GRB software need to be updated
  • Windows has inadequate resources to open your MS-DOS Shell Monitor Data file

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