BIB File Type

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BIB File Summary

The BIB File Extension has two different file types (mostly seen as the BibTeX Bibliography Database format) and can be opened with ten distinctive software programs, with the dominant related application developed by MacroMates (MacroMates TextMate software). Generally, these files are considered Text Files.

We have found BIB files on the Mac, Windows, and Linux operating systems. They are both mobile and desktop device friendly. These files have a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning they are not very commonly observed on your average hard disk.

Interested to learn more about the BIB File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens BIB files, and other troubleshooting tips.

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Types of BIB Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Leading BIB Type

.BIB
File Format:.bib
Class:BibTeX Bibliography Database

A document containing information in BibTex format. It contains references and bibliographies can be searched and published by use of standard commands.

Programmer: Oren Patashnik
Function:Text Files
Entry: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.bib

Software Programs That Open The BibTeX Bibliography Database:


MacroMates TextMate by MacroMates

Mac

Bib2x by Alexander Feder

Windows
Linux

MiKTeX by Christian Schenk

Windows

JabRef by The JabRef team

Windows
Mac
Linux

RefMaster by Robert Bares

Android

Secondary BIB Associations

.BIB
File Format:.bib
Class:Bibliography Document File

Bibliography document file saved in text format, contains a list of references cited within an article, book, or other publication. BIB files can be opened by any text editor.

Programmer: Open Source
Function:Text Files

Software Programs That Open Bibliography Document File Files:


Microsoft Notepad by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux

Notepad++ by Don Ho

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux

Notepad2 by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows

Write! by HamsterCoders

Compatible with:

Windows

TextPad by Helios Software Solutions

Compatible with:

Windows

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BIB Popularity


Browser Popularity

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


Troubleshoot BIB Files


Common BIB Opening Problems

MacroMates TextMate is Not Installed

When trying to open your BIB file, you get the error "Can't Open BIB File Type". If so, it typically means that you don't have MacroMates TextMate installed for %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your BIB with MacroMates TextMate, so double-clicking the file won't work.


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


MacroMates TextMate Requires Update

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of MacroMates TextMate installed that's incompatible with your BibTeX Bibliography Database type. Download the latest MacroMates TextMate version from the MacroMates website to ensure you have the correct one installed. The primary cause of this problem is that your BibTeX Bibliography Database file was created by a different (newer) version of MacroMates TextMate than what's installed.


Tip: Right-clicking on your BIB, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.


Conclusion: The majority of BIB file opening issues are due to not having the correct MacroMates TextMate version installed.


Additional BIB Opening Issues

Errors opening BibTeX Bibliography Database files can still occur even with the latest MacroMates TextMate software installed on your computer. If you are continuing to have errors with loading BIB files, other external issues might be to blame. Problems unrelated to software:

  • BIB file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • Accidental deletion of the description of the BIB file in the Windows registry
  • Partial installation of MacroMates TextMate that did not fully complete
  • Your BIB file is corrupted (issues with your BibTeX Bibliography Database file itself)
  • The BIB is infected with a virus
  • BIB-related hardware has device drivers that obsolete
  • Windows cannot load your BibTeX Bibliography Database file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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