File extension .SBN
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| ArcView Spatial Index For Read-write Shapefiles | ESRI | GIS Files |
ESRI, a company that specializes in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data analysis and visualization. The SBN file format is a binary file format developed for the storage and exchange of spatial information. It can store features, points, and polygons of both vector and raster data along with related metadata.
Features
The SBN file format consists of two main components: an.sbn file containing object definitions and an.sbx file containing spatial indexing data. It supports high-quality `True Color' imagery, so it is often used as the format of choice for storing imagery layers within GIS projects. Furthermore, its efficient nature makes it suitable for fast data exchange between different ESRI applications, such as ArcGIS and ArcView. Additionally, it supports several GIS features including topology, TINs (Triangulated Irregular Networks), 3D surfaces, polygons with more than one part, labels, annotation, and dynamic visibility.
Similar File Formats
Files in the SBN format are related to other GIS binary files with similar capabilities, such as .sbx, .lyr, .prj, .shp, .gdb, and .mxd.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .SBN) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .SBN extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .SBN file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .SBN extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .SBN extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .SBN file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .SBN file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .SBN file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .SBN file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .SBN file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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