Opening NBK Files

The NBK file type is primarily associated with i-Brarian.

NBKFile Extension NBK
File extension: NBK
File type:  i-Brarian files

What is an NBK file?

NBK files mostly belong to i-Brarian. NBK file is a directory file for the NBD files. NBK file is a script file which is generate by NovaBACKUP application. NovaBACKUP application is a Windows backup software which allows user to save a backup task and contains a list of commands for backing up user selected files and folders. User can choose whether the backup should be full or incremental.

How to open an NBK file

You need a suitable software like i-Brarian to open an NBK file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your NBK file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a NBK file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Programs that open and convert NBK files:

  1. i-Brarian
    See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. NBK files are often referred to as i-Brarian backups because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
  2. Nick-O-Matic Design Factory by Riverdeep Interactive Learning Limited
    Your favorite Nickelodeon characters invade your computer screen with a software package that lets you do artistic projects and crafts. This software is no longer produced though copies can still be found if you search. Only Web support is available any longer. Originally produced by Mattel, the software was taken over by The Learning Company/Broderbund which is now owned by Riverdeep Interactive Learning Limited. This file format is classified as Backup.
  3. Notebook by SMART Technologies ULC
    SMART Technologies Notebook is an application developed to provide intuitive tools to teachers for dynamic lesson planning for small to large classes, or individual learning. It is available for iOS devices and online as a resource library. This file format is classified as Backup. Related links: Softonic Page, Smarttech Support Page
  4. NovaBACKUP (configuration information file) by NovaBACKUP Corp
    NovaBACKUP program is developed by NovaStor. NovaBACKUP program is a data protection software that enables SMB users to backup and recover critical data across a hybrid of physical and virtual machines. NovaBACKUP is designed to work on Microsoft Windows operating systems. User can backup files locally and online and also perform disaster recovery image backups. This file format is classified as Backup. Related links: Novabackup Wikipedia Page, CNET Page

NBK file format:

Every file has a defined file format, i.e. how the data is arranged in the file. Each file format has a unique extension and almost always a unique signature. For example, Microsoft Word documents have the extension .docx and the signature (usually the first 3 characters in this file) PK. If the file extension or signature does not match the file format, errors will occur when opening or editing the file. Exact knowledge of the format is therefore important in order to solve problems occurring in files. Our examination of the NBK files comes to the following conclusion:

The NBK file type includes various formats for various programs. However, the following two file formats are common:

The remaining 55% of all NBK files are files with no common format, often, for example, WaveStar Notebook, IBM Ink Manager Notebook, XML, CON, BACK and Spectral. They are often associated with discord, server, private, edit, pack, reussir, dalf or wdws. You can get all the details of your NBK file by dragging it onto this page or by clicking the button "Choose your .nbk file to analyze" above.

Technical Data for NBK File Extension

File classification:
Backup
Related files:
nbk-journal, novabackup, npk, bnk, txt, win, zip, kml, acr, nmf

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: NickPrint.Project
EXEFile: C:\Mattel Media\Nick-O-Matic Design Factory 1.0\NPRINT.EXE %1

ProgramID: NovaBackup.Document
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\NovaStor\NOVABA~1\NOVABA~1.EXE

ProgramID: PCBackUp.Document
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\STOMPS~1\PCBACK~1\PCBackUp.exe

ProgramID: SMART.nbk
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\SMART Board Software\Notebook.exe

ProgramID: SMART.Notebook
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\SMART Board Software\Notebook.exe

ProgramID: SMART.XBK
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\SMART Board Software\Notebook.exe

ProgramID: SMART.nbk
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\SMART Technologies Inc\Notebook Software\Notebook.exe


an nbk i-Brarian file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with NBK files

  • Associate the NBK file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open i-Brarian files. Because only the current version supports the latest NBK file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available i-Brarian update.
  • To make sure that your NBK file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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