.DVB File Extension

AutoCAD VBA Project

File extension dvb is used by AutoCAD for files containing VBA source code. The VBA and ActiveX in AutoCAD allow customizing. Other programs likely use this format too. MIME type is application/x-dvb....

General Information

Title DVB File Extension
Extension .dvb
Full Form AutoCAD VBA Project
File Type Binary File
Developer Autodesk
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store VBA code
Additional Functions Automate tasks, Customize AutoCAD

File Characteristics

Quality High, Reliability
Supports Layers Yes
Supports Transparency No
Editable Yes, With VBA editor

Use Cases

Automation Yes
Customization Yes
Scripting Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Macro viruses
Best Practices Code review, Disable macros

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 1982
Integration of VBA Mid-1990s

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .dwg, .dxf, .vlx

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
AutoCAD Paid, Subscription Windows, Mac
AutoCAD LT Paid, Subscription Windows, Mac