File extension .XWB
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| XACT Wave Bank Format | Microsoft | Audio Files |
A XWB file is a container file format developed by Farseer Games for its XACT Sound Engine. The file format is used to store a collection of audio wave files that are used for sound effects and background music in Xbox, Windows, and Windows Phone video game development projects. It can also be used for DirectSound3D sound effects in software applications. XWB files are supported by various game engines, such as .Net Framework, as well as several gaming audio libraries, such as OpenAL.
XWB Internal Structure:
XWB files store an audio wave bank header which contains information about all the entries in the wave bank and their offsets within the wave bank data region. The entries themselves typically follow the Microsoft ACM ( .WAV) format, which stores the waveform data as well as the various characteristics of the audio, such as sample rate, encoding type, and loop points. The XWB file also contains an RIFF (Resource Exchange File Format) header at the beginning.
Similar Formats:
While XWB files are mainly used with Farseer Games products, both digital audio and multimedia development also use related formats, such as .XSB, .FSB, .WEM, and .ASF, to similar effect.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .XWB) 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 .XWB 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 .XWB 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 .XWB 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 .XWB extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .XWB file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .XWB 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 .XWB file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .XWB file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .XWB 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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