FBC File – What is .fbc file and how to open it?
FBC File Extension
Family Tree Maker for DOS Backup File – file format by Ancestry.com
FBC is a file extension for Family Tree Maker for DOS Backup File, a genealogy backup file format developed by Ancestry.com. It stores a backup of a Family Tree Maker family tree file, including individuals, families, and relationships.
Family Tree Maker for DOS Backup File (FBC)
A Family Tree Maker for DOS Backup File (FBC) is a backup file created by Family Tree Maker for DOS, a genealogy software program. It is used to store a backup of the family tree data created in the main FTM file format. FBC files are essential for protecting valuable genealogy data from accidental loss or corruption, and they can be restored to recreate the original family tree.
FBC files utilize a compressed format to optimize storage space and reduce file size. This compression helps ensure that the backup file remains manageable and easy to transfer between different devices. Family Tree Maker for DOS provides options for specifying the level of compression applied to FBC files, allowing users to customize the balance between file size and backup speed.
Opening FBC Files in Family Tree Maker
To open an FBC file in Family Tree Maker, follow these steps:
- Launch Family Tree Maker on your computer.
- Click on File in the menu bar at the top of the screen.
- Select Open from the drop-down menu.
- In the file explorer window that appears, navigate to the location of the FBC file you want to open.
- Select the FBC file and click Open.
Once you have opened the FBC file, you can view and edit the family tree data it contains. You can also export the data to other formats, such as GEDCOM or HTML.
Additional Notes
- If you do not have Family Tree Maker installed on your computer, you can download a free trial version from the Ancestry website.
- FBC files are only compatible with Family Tree Maker versions 16 and earlier. If you are using a newer version of Family Tree Maker, you will need to convert the FBC file to a newer format before you can open it.
- FBC files are backup files that are created by Family Tree Maker. They contain a copy of the family tree data that is stored in the main family tree file (.FTM). FBC files can be used to restore the family tree data if the main family tree file is lost or damaged.
FBC File Format
The FBC file format is a proprietary backup file format used by Family Tree Maker for DOS, a genealogy software program discontinued in the early 2000s. FBC files contain a compressed backup of all the family tree data stored in the associated FTM file. This includes information about individuals, families, events, sources, and other genealogical details. FBC files are essential for preserving and recovering family tree data in the event of computer crashes, software malfunctions, or other data loss scenarios.
Usage and Compatibility
FBC files are typically created automatically by Family Tree Maker for DOS when a user exports a family tree to the FBC format. These files can be stored on external storage devices or cloud services for safekeeping. To restore data from an FBC file, users must have Family Tree Maker for DOS installed on their computer and open the FTM file that corresponds to the FBC backup. They can then use the “Import Backup” feature to restore the data from the FBC file, overwriting any existing data in the FTM file. Due to the discontinued nature of Family Tree Maker for DOS, compatibility issues may arise when trying to open or restore FBC files on modern operating systems.