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.COLLAB File Extension

  • Developer by: Blackboard
  • Category: Data Files

What are .COLLAB files and how to open them?

Can't open .COLLAB file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .COLLAB file.

What is a .COLLAB file extension?

.COLLAB file extension is created by Blackboard. .COLLAB has been classified as Data Files.

.COLLAB is Blackboard Collaborate Session File

A COLLAB file is a session file used by Blackboard Collaborate Launcher, a utility that allows users to launch Blackboard Collaborate web conferencing sessions and recordings. It contains a link to a conferencing session or recording that launches Blackboard Collaborate and brings the user to the session or recording.

In order to open a COLLAB file, you must have the Collaborate Launcher installed on your computer. Follow the steps below to download and install the Collaborate Launcher:

  • Go to the Blackboard Collaborate website and log in to your course.
  • Click "Join Room."
  • Select "Join Room" on the Room Details page or click a recording link from the "Recordings" table.
  • Download the Blackboard Collaborate Launcher when prompted.

    • Once you download and install the launcher, click the session or recording link again from the Blackboard Collaborate website. The download of the COLLAB file (meeting.collab or play.collab) begins and will be saved to your "Downloads" folder. You can also access the COLLAB file through your browser (at the bottom of the window for Chrome users). The COLLAB file can be opened with the Blackboard Collaborate Launcher.

    Common COLLAB Filenames

    meeting.collab - Contains a link that launches Blackboard Collaborate and brings you to a meeting.

    play.collab - Contains a link that launches Blackboard Collaborate and opens a recording of a collaborative session.

    List of all softwares that can open the Blackboard Collaborate Session File
    Windows
    Blackboard Collaborate Launcher
    Mac
    Blackboard Collaborate Launcher

    How to fix problems with .COLLAB files

    1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .COLLAB files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .COLLAB file format
    2. You need to check the .COLLAB file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)
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