.BDB File

.bdb is Microsoft Works Database Backup File

Key Features: .BDB File Extension

Features	Description
File Extension	.bdb
Format	N/A
Created by	Microsoft
Category	Backup

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What is an .BDB file?

The bdb file extension is associated with Microsoft Works, an office suite produced by Microsoft, which was offered as smaller, less expensive, and with fewer features than the Microsoft Office suite.

Its core functionality includes a word processor, a spreadsheet and a database.

The bdb files are used by Microsoft Works for backups of wdb database files.

You can restore the bdb files if you rename the extension to wdb.

Files with bdb file extension can mainly be found as database backups. One of the most common is the one created by Microsoft Works.

How to open:

Use Microsoft Works to open *.bdb database backup.

How to convert:

Use compatible tools to export *.bdb files to other formats.

Microsoft Works Database Backup File - File openers

Windows

Microsoft Works
Microsoft Access 2016

Microsoft

Backup

N/A

How to solve problems with BDB files

Associate the BDB file extension with the correct application. On :
Windows: Right click on any BDB file and then click "Open with" > "Choose another app". Now select another program and check the box "Always use this app to open *.BDB files". Mac: Right click (or Ctrl-click) the BDB file, then click "Open with" > "Other...". Then choose another program and check the "Always Open With" box. Linux: Right click on the file, and select "Open with" and choose another program. iPhone: Tap the file. If you do not see an app to open the file, then tap Share "Share" and choose an app. Alternatively, save the file. Then open the Files app Files app. There long-press on the file, then release your finger. You will see a black menu bar. Then tap "Share" and select an app. Android: Tap the Settings icon on your smartphone, then tap on the Apps section. There tap the Options icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen to change the default apps.
Update your software that should actually open .BDB is Microsoft Works Database Backup File. Because only the current version supports the latest BDB file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Microsoft manufacturer website after an available .BDB is Microsoft Works Database Backup File update.
To make sure that your BDB file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with antivirus software.