Open your.pcb file with a reader which can open the file. Print the file on the virtual PDF24 PDF printer. The PDF24 assistant opens, where you can save as a PDF, email, fax, or edit the new file. Minitool partition wizard pro key. PADS, Protel and several other programs use.pcb as a file extension. Most store the data as lines of text describing the start and end points of track segments and pad shapes so it you open it in a text editor you might find clues.
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Do I have the right program?
If you don’t have a program installed on your computer that’s compatible with PCB files, you won’t be able to open one. See if you have one of the most common programs associated with PCB files listed below.
- P-CAD Database
- PowerPoint Application Data File
- Print Shop Deluxe Business Card
- Protel Technology Advanced PCB Design
- ExpressPCB Printed Circuit Board Layout
- CADSTAR Printed Circuit Board Design
- PC-Doctor File
- PCB Artist Printed Circuit Board file
- PADS Printed Circuit Board
- Unknown 3.0 Binary File
- PCB Layout Check Design Rule Template
- ACCEL or Protel Printed Circuit Board File
- Broderbund Print Shop Business Card
- Ivex Winboard Design File
- Unknown 4.0 Binary File
What type of file is it?
When you can’t open PCB files, try to figure out the file type. This can help you find the right program to open it. Usually, PCB files are considered Data Files. However, you can look up the file type to be sure. Start by right-clicking the file icon and clicking “Properties” (“More Info” if you’re on a Mac). Then look for the file type under “Type of File” (“Kind” on a Mac).
Can a developer help?
When you can’t open PCB files, a software developer might be able to help. The developers for the programs mentioned above are as follows:
| Software | Developer |
|---|---|
| P-CAD Database | Altium Limited |
| PowerPoint Application Data File | Microsoft Corporation |
| Print Shop Deluxe Business Card | Unknown |
| Protel Technology Advanced PCB Design | Windows Software |
| ExpressPCB Printed Circuit Board Layout | ExpressPCB |
| CADSTAR Printed Circuit Board Design | Quadra Solutions |
| PC-Doctor File | Unknown |
| PCB Artist Printed Circuit Board file | Advanced Circuits |
| PADS Printed Circuit Board | Mentor Graphics Corp. |
| Unknown 3.0 Binary File | Microsoft Developer |
| PCB Layout Check Design Rule Template | Top Tec PCB Ltd. |
| ACCEL or Protel Printed Circuit Board File | Microsoft Programmer |
| Broderbund Print Shop Business Card | PC Software Company |
| Ivex Winboard Design File | Microsoft Developer |
| Unknown 4.0 Binary File | Windows Programmer |
Try contacting one of these developers to find out how you can open your PCB file.
Can I use a universal file viewer?
A universal file viewer is the way to go when you have PCB files that can’t be opened by any other program. Install a universal file viewer like File Magic (Download) and see if it will open your PCB file. Remember that if your file is not compatible, the universal file viewer will only open it in binary format.
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| Name | File Name | Manufacturer | Prevalence | Download |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Office Client Virtualization Handler | cvh.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 95.39% | |
| expresspcb.exe | expresspcb.exe | Engineering Express. | 0.92% | |
| The Print Shop | ps6.exe | The Learning Company | 0.79% | |
| Home Productivity Program | psewin.exe | Brøderbund Software, Inc. | 0.38% | |
| The Print Shop Premier Edition 5.0 | pspe5.exe | Broderbund Software | 0.32% | |
| Home Productivity Program | psdwin.exe | Brøderbund Software, Inc. | 0.31% | |
| dxp.exe | dxp.exe | 0.28% | ||
| プリント基板エディタ | pcbe.exe | 0.27% | ||
| Pro-Coin Collection Software | pro-coin.exe | MWP Software LLC | 0.26% | |
| PowerPCB | powerpcb.exe | Mentor Graphics Corp | 0.14% | |
| SPICE Simulator w/ Schematic Capture | scad3.exe | 0.11% | ||
| pcb.exe | pcb.exe | 0.1% | ||
| swriter.exe | swriter.exe | 0.08% | ||
| Serif PhotoPlus X3 | photopls.exe | Serif (Europe) Ltd. | 0.08% | |
| Schematic Capture and PCB Layout Program | pcbartist.exe | WestDev | 0.08% | |
| The Print Shop | pslaunch.exe | 0.06% | ||
| psdcwin.exe | psdcwin.exe | 0.06% | ||
| Internet Explorer | iexplore.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.05% | |
| Schematic Capture and PCB Layout Program | epcwin.exe | WestDev Ltd | 0.04% | |
| Windows Wordpad Application | wordpad.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.03% | |
| Microsoft Office Picture Manager | ois.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.03% | |
| Pad2Pad Application | pad2pad.exe | 0.03% | ||
| WISE Database Viewer Executable | wisedbviewer.exe | WISE Software Solutions, Inc. | 0.03% | |
| Aladdin StuffIt Express | express.exe | Aladdin Systems, Inc. | 0.02% | |
| expresssch.exe | expresssch.exe | Engineering Express. | 0.02% | |
| Mentor Graphics Application | expeditionpcb.exe | Mentor Graphics Corporation | 0.02% | |
| Windows Media Player | wmplayer.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.01% | |
| Microsoft Office PowerPoint | powerpnt.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.01% | |
| Windows Photo Viewer | photoviewer.dll | Microsoft Corporation | 0.01% | |
| pvypgmmain.exe | pvypgmmain.exe | 0.01% | ||
| PADSViewer | powerpcbviewer.exe | Mentor Graphics Corporation | 0.01% | |
| Microsoft Application Virtualization Client Tray | sfttray.exe | Microsoft Corporation | 0.01% | |
| File Association Manager | fam.exe | 0.01% |