CBZ files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Comic Book Zip Archive
A CBZ file contains images representing comic book pages in a zip archive. David Ayton, CDisplay developer, created the CBZ format. To open, extract the zip archive using WinZip, 7-Zip, etc. Then view...
General Information
| Title | CBZ File Extension |
| Extension | .cbz |
| Full Form | Comic Book Zip Archive |
| File Type | Comic Book Archive |
| Developer | Various |
| MIME Type | application/x-cbz |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store digital comics |
| Additional Functions | Archive images, Preserve order |
| Features | Compression, Portability |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Varies by image |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | Depends on format |
| Editable | Indirectly |
Use Cases
| Comic Reading | Yes |
| Archive Artwork | Yes |
| E-book Collections | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Malicious code |
| Best Practices | Scan for viruses, Trusted source |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | N/A |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cbr, .cbt, .cba, .cb7 |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 CDisplay Ex |
Free, Paid | Windows, Android |
| ComiXology |
Free app, Pay per issue | Web, iOS, Android |
| Sumatra PDF |
Free | Windows |
Type 2: ChessBase Encrypted Database Archive
ChessBase Encrypted Database Archive (CBZ) files contain encrypted database archives. They include all chess database files - games, openings, player information - encrypted with a user password. This...
General Information
| Title | CBZ File Extension |
| Extension | .cbz |
| Full Form | ChessBase Encrypted Database Archive |
| File Type | Game Database Archive |
| Developer | ChessBase |
| MIME Type | application/x-chessbase |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store chess games |
| Additional Functions | Encrypted storage |
| Features | Game database, Encrypted |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | With software |
Use Cases
| Chess Analysis | Yes |
| Training | Yes |
| Game Archiving | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File tampering |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Password protection |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .cbh, .cbf, .cbv |