All about WAB~ Files

The WAB~ file type is primarily associated with Outlook.

WAB~	File extension: WAB~
	File type:	Address Book Backup

What is a WAB~ file?

WAB~ files mostly belong to Outlook by Microsoft Corporation. This is the address book before your latest change.

How to open a WAB~ file

You need a suitable software like Outlook to open a WAB~ file. You need a suitable software like Outlook from Microsoft Corporation to open a WAB~ 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 WAB~ file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a WAB~ file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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.WAB~ File Not Opening? How to Fix It:

WAB~ files can originate from different programs and aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source: It often comes from a Windows user backing up contacts (suggesting Microsoft Outlook) or an older system migration (Outlook Express).
Check the Header: Open the file in a hex viewer to inspect the first bytes:
- 9E 3E 22 09 indicates a standard Windows Address Book.
- Readable XML or text suggests a misnamed export.
Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required; try Microsoft Outlook, Outlook Express, or Windows Contacts, or ask the sender if uncertain.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your .WAB~ file onto this page to detect its format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview its contents.

Technical Data for WAB~ File Extension

Related files:

wab, oab, pst

a wab~ Address Book Backup is a special file format by Microsoft Corporation and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with WAB~ files

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