File extension .WAB
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Address Book Format | Microsoft | Data Files |
The WAB (Windows .WAB) file extension is associated with Microsoft Outlook Express and Windows Address Book. It is a data file used for storing contact information, such as addresses, emails, phone numbers and other contact details. It is the default format for contact list database in both programs and can be opened or modified using the Windows operating system. The WAB file stores all the contact details in a table format making it easy to view and manage.
Data Content and Structure of WAB File
The WAB file is composed of two distinct parts, the distribution list (values that group similar contacts together) and the contact list (values that are given to each individual contact). Each row in the data table stores a value made up of a variable type (such as string or numbers) and the data or value that it represents. The WAB file is related to other industry standard databased files, such as .CSV, .MDB, .DBF, and .IFO, which all store tabular data.
Compatibility of WAB File
The WAB file can be opened using several Windows programs, such as Microsoft Access, Outlook Express, Microsoft Word, and the default system viewer known as the Windows Address Book.. Third-party software programs can also be used to open and edit WAB files; however, some programs may require conversion to another compatible format before they can be read. There are several methods available to convert a WAB file, such as exporting data from Outlook Express and saving them in a format like .VCF, making them accessible to programs like Gmail.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .WAB) 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 .WAB 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 .WAB 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 .WAB 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 .WAB extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .WAB file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .WAB 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 .WAB file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .WAB file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .WAB 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
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