LOB File Extension

Programs that support LOB files

• Windows ⁵
• Mac OS ²
• Linux ²

Windows

• IBM DB2
• Sublime Text
• Notepad++
• Atom
• PSPad

Mac OS

• Sublime Text
• Atom

Linux

• Atom
• Sublime Text

How to open a LOB file?

If you’re having difficulty opening a LOB file, it is often due to not having the correct software. To solve the problem, choose a compatible program from the list. Then follow the link to the official developer site, download the software, and install it on your device.

IBM DB2, Atom and Sublime Text stand out as the preferred programs to manage LOB files effectively. To install the latest version of IBM DB2 on your computer, visit the IBM website where you can download the version available for all operating systems.

After installation, your operating system should automatically open LOB files with IBM DB2.

Set IBM DB2 as the default LOB handler

Choose an app to open a file on Mac

1. Right click or use Control + left click on the desired LOB file to launch the file options menu;
2. Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
3. Next, at the bottom of the window, you will see the "Enable" menu, in which "Recommended Programs" is selected by default;
4. In this menu, select "All Programs", then find IBM DB2 and check the box next to "Always open in the application."

Set default programs for Windows

1. Start by right-clicking on your LOB file, then select "Open With" and continue by clicking "Choose another app" from the options provided;
2. In the pop-up window, find and select the IBM DB2 application from the available options;
3. Make sure the "Always use this app" checkbox is checked and click "OK" to confirm your choice as the default app for opening LOB files.

Convert files to and from LOB

If you have trouble working with a LOB file, try converting it to DWG or similar settings files.

Be aware that converting a LOB file may reduce some features, but you can usually revert it to the original format.

Convert LOB to other file formats

• LOB to DWG

Converting Files to LOB Format

• CAD to LOB

Effective solutions for LOB file problems

There are some common issues with LOB files that can be resolved easily by making minor adjustments to your software. Below, you’ll find these issues along with practical troubleshooting tips.

How to edit a LOB file?

To make changes to LOB files, you need specialized software that allows both opening and editing the settings files. Online LOB editors offer fewer capabilities than applications optimized for IBM DB2 LOBFILE.

Best LOB editors 2026

Based on these criteria, we have prepared a list of available LOB editors.