File extension .VBOX-PREV
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| VirtualBox Settings Backup | Oracle | Backup Files |
The VBOX-PREV file extension is associated with Oracle VM VirtualBox, a virtualization software that allows users to run multiple operating systems on a single host computer. VBOX-PREV files prohibit users from experiencing data loss when restoring a previous version of their virtual machine settings, as it is used to contain plain-text backup information from the VirtualBox program in the form of XML data files.
Extension Details
The VBOX-PREV file extension should not be confused with other commonly used files for virtual machine settings. It is distinct from other similar file extensions such as VMTX, .VMX, and .VMF. A list of similar file extensions are:
These files are typically created whenever a user chooses to save their virtual machine settings in the VirtualBox program, allowing them to restore and use information from the prior version of their machine if necessary. The information contained in a VBOX-PREV file includes changes such as system configuration changes on guest OS, including shared memory settings, processor settings, network device settings, and disk block size settings. To reuse any information stored in the previous version of a VBOX-PREV file, they must be imported back into the user’s existing installation of VirtualBox.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .VBOX-PREV) 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 .VBOX-PREV 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 .VBOX-PREV 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 .VBOX-PREV 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 .VBOX-PREV extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .VBOX-PREV file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .VBOX-PREV 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 .VBOX-PREV file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .VBOX-PREV file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .VBOX-PREV 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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