File Extension Library


.OLB File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: Misc Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .OLB files and how to open them?

Can't open .OLB 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 .OLB file.

What is a .OLB file extension?

.OLB file extension is created by Microsoft. .OLB has been classified as Misc Files. The format of .OLB file is Binary.

.OLB is OLE Object Library

Object library that contains data types and constants referenced by MS Office components; may cause certain Microsoft programs to not function correctly if moved or renamed.

OLB files are also referred to as Office Object Library files.

List of all softwares that can open the OLE Object Library
Windows
Microsoft Word 2016
Microsoft Excel 2016
Microsoft PowerPoint 2016
Microsoft Project 2016
Microsoft Visual FoxPro
Microsoft Visual Studio 2017
File Type 2 OrCAD Symbol Library File
Developer by: Cadence Design Systems Category: CAD Files Format: Binary

CAD file used by OrCAD, a program used for designing printed circuit boards (PCBs); saves "symbols," which are the electric circuit components that can be put together to construct a PCB design; often used as a library for defining virtual circuit components that match the specifications of real-world circuit components.

OLB files are often included as part of an OrCAD project (.OPJ file).

List of all softwares that can open the OrCAD Symbol Library File
Windows
Cadence OrCAD PCB Designer

How to fix problems with .OLB files

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