AB files exist as 5 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Android Debug Bridge Backup
General Information
| Title | .AB File Extension |
| Extension | .ab |
| Full Form | Android Backup File |
| File Type | Backup File |
| Developer | |
| MIME Type | application/x-android-backup |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store backups |
| Additional Functions | Restore data |
| Features | Compressed, Encrypted option |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High compression |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Not directly |
Use Cases
| Device Backup | Yes |
| Data Transfer | Yes |
| App Migration | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data leakage |
| Best Practices | Password protection, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2011 |
| Latest Version | Associated with ADB version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .backup, .bak |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Android Debug Bridge (ADB) |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Android Studio |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: DNA Sequence File
A file extension format specifies how information is encoded for storage. The AB DNA Sequence File format is for storing DNA sequence data. File formats can be proprietary or free, unpublished or open...
General Information
| Title | .AB File Extension |
| Extension | .ab |
| Full Form | Applied Biosystems Genetic Analysis Data File |
| File Type | DNA Sequence File |
| Developer | Applied Biosystems |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store DNA sequences |
| Additional Functions | Analyze, visualize sequences |
| Features | Binary format, contains chromatogram data |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-resolution |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Genetic Research | Yes |
| Medical Diagnostics | Yes |
| Forensic Analysis | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Data privacy concerns |
| Best Practices | Data encryption, access controls |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1990s |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .seq, .fasta, .scf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Applied Biosystems Software |
Proprietary | Windows |
| Chromas |
Free, Pro version | Windows |
| BioEdit |
Free | Windows |
Type 3: Ambling BookPlayer MP3 File
We have free online .AB apps. These allow to view, edit, convert, merge, split and compare AB files without installing anything. Click the links to see details for each feature. Ambling BookPlayer a...
General Information
| Title | .ab File Extension |
| Extension | .ab |
| Full Form | Ambling BookPlayer MP3 File |
| File Type | Audio Book File |
| Developer | Ambling Books |
| MIME Type | audio/mpeg |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store audiobooks |
| Additional Functions | Chapter markers, Playback position |
| Features | Bookmarking, Sleep timer |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Varies with encoding |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Audiobook Listening | Yes |
| Educational Materials | Yes |
| Entertainment | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Download from trusted sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Varies with software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mp3, .m4b, .aa |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Ambling BookPlayer |
Free, Paid versions | Android, iOS |
Type 4: Applix Builder File
AB files are backups of data on Android devices, created by Android Debug Bridge, a developer tool. AB files can be encrypted by a password. Debug Bridge allows communication with devices for developm...
General Information
| Title | AB File Extension |
| Extension | .ab |
| Full Form | Applix Builder File |
| File Type | Spreadsheet File |
| Developer | Applix |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.applixware |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store data |
| Additional Functions | Data manipulation, Reporting |
| Features | Formulas, Charts |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Data Analysis | Yes |
| Financial Modeling | Yes |
| Reporting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Macro viruses |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, File scanning |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Part of Applixware |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .xlsx, .xls, .ods |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Applixware |
Commercial | Unix, Linux |
 OpenOffice.org (with plugin) |
Free | Windows, Unix, Linux, Mac |
Type 5: Ford Vehicle As Built File
General Information
| Title | .AB File Extension |
| Extension | .ab |
| Full Form | Ford AB File |
| File Type | Vehicle Configuration File |
| Developer | Ford Motor Company |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store vehicle configuration |
| Additional Functions | Vehicle programming, diagnostics |
| Features | Customizable, Encoded |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Highly specific |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Vehicle Configuration | Yes |
| Module Programming | Yes |
| Diagnostics | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized changes |
| Best Practices | Verified tools, backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Not publicly documented |
| Latest Version | Varies by model |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .xml, .scd, .cff |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| FORScan |
Free, Paid versions | Windows |
 Ford Module Programming |
Subscription based | Windows |