LBL files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Now Contact Label Template
An LBL file stores a label template created by Now Contact. This program organizes contact information and daily activities. The file contains a template print layout for repeatedly using a design. Pr...
General Information
| Title | LBL File Extension |
| Extension | .lbl |
| Full Form | Now Contact Label Template |
| File Type | Label Template File |
| Developer | Now Software |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store label designs |
| Additional Functions | Template for printing |
| Features | Pre-formatted, Customizable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Contact Management | Yes |
| Address Label Printing | Yes |
| Business | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Unknown |
| Latest Version | Unknown |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ncw, .nct |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Now Contact |
Discontinued | Mac |
Type 2: NiceLabel Template File
An LBL file stores a label template created by Now Contact to organize contacts and activities. It contains a template print layout for repeatedly using a label design. Pre-loaded options include Aver...
General Information
| Title | LBL File Extension |
| Extension | .lbl |
| Full Form | NiceLabel Template File |
| File Type | Label Template File |
| Developer | NiceLabel |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Label design |
| Additional Functions | Barcode generation, Printing setup |
| Features | Editable, Customizable |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Label Design | Yes |
| Product Packaging | Yes |
| Inventory Management | Yes |
| Retail Tagging | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Software updates, Template backups |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 1990s |
| Latest Version | NiceLabel 2019 (as of cut-off) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .nlabel, .itf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 NiceLabel Designer |
Commercial | Windows |
| NiceLabel Print |
Commercial | Windows |
Type 3: dBASE Label File (Legacy)
An LBL file contains a label template created by Now Contact. It stores a template print layout for labels, which helps when repeatedly using a design. Pre-loaded options include common label brands. ...
General Information
| Title | LBL File Extension |
| Extension | .lbl |
| Full Form | dBASE Label File |
| File Type | Label File |
| Developer | Borland |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store labels |
| Additional Functions | Store layouts |
| Features | Formatted text, Print settings |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High text quality |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Database Management | Yes |
| Printing Labels | Yes |
| Data Organization | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | Depends on software |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dbf, .dbt, .fpt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| dBASE |
Commercial | Windows |
 LibreOffice Base |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |