File Extension Database

Open DBA File

DBA extension files have some several uses with different formats, namely some of them below:

CryENGINE

In this section, the DBA file is a file created by the CryENGINE SDK.

About CryENGINE

CryEngine is a game engine created by the German software developer Crytek as a suite of programs for game developers used to create PC and console games.

Since 2006, all the rights to CryEngine have been acquired by the video game distributor Ubisoft.

The DBA file saves the 3D character animation data in a highly optimized and compressed format that is suitable for use with the final built game.

DBA files are directly associated with CBA and CHR files, which are configuration and character files, respectively, at compile time.

Dark BASIC

In this section, and similar to the previous application, the DBA file is a file written in DarkBASIC, a programming language provided by The Game Creators for the development of 3D computer games for Windows.

About DarkBASIC

DarkBASIC Professional was an advanced game development package built on top of the BASIC language.

It became the starting point for many novice programmers.

DarkBASIC can be used to develop first-person shooters, puzzle games, virtual worlds, fighting games, and much more.

In this case, the DBA file contains the source code and uses a syntax based on the BASIC language.

The DBA can be compiled and run using any DarkBASIC-based IDE.

DBA files can be an entire game or part of a game.

PalmOS

In this latest application, the DBA is a backup file created for Palm mobile devices.

About Palm

Palm was a line of personal digital assistants and mobile phones developed by Palm, Inc.

Palm devices were the first handheld computers, extremely popular, and in turn ushered in the age of smartphones.

The Palm operating system, called Palm OS, was designed, from the ground up, with a touchscreen-based graphical user interface.

In this case, the DBA format contains a backup copy of the calendar data, known as the 'agenda', which includes scheduled events and their associated notes and information.

DBA files can be used to synchronize data between Palm devices and desktop email and calendar programs.

Software to work with and open a DBA file

Due to the variety of formats associated with the DBA, it is convenient to recognize the available file format, in order to later use one of the following compatible software packages:

CryENGINE
Dark BASIC
Palm OS (Deprecated)

How Can I Open DBA File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open DBA file is to find a DBA file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DBA file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open DBA file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as DBA file opener then try to search online for "DBA viewer", "application to open DBA file" or "open DBA file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open DBA file

How Can I Open DBA File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a DBA file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DBA file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with DBA file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as DBA file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open DBA file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open DBA file then try to search for "DBA viewer", "application to open DBA file" or "read DBA file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read DBA file

How Can I Open DBA File on Android

If you downloaded a DBA file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded DBA file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "DBA".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "DBA viewer", "DBA file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open DBA File on iPhone or iPad

To open DBA File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the DBA file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "DBA". This way you can find apps which can open DBA files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "DBA viewer" or "DBA file" online in your favorite search engine.

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