.LDB File Extension

LDB files exist as 3 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Microsoft Access Lock File

The LDB file is created when an Access database is opened. It has the same name but uses the ".LDB" extension. The file tracks users accessing the database. FRx uses Access databases so ".LDB" files a...

General Information

Title LDB File Extension
Extension .ldb
Full Form Microsoft Access Lock File
File Type Database Lock File
Developer Microsoft
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Manage locks
Additional Functions Prevent conflicts, Synchronize access
Features Temporary, Automatically managed

File Characteristics

Quality System generated
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Database Management Yes
Multi-user Environment Yes
Data Modification Indirect

Security and Practices

Security Risks None inherent
Best Practices Proper exit, Backup regularly

Historical/Version Information

Introduced with Access 95
Relevance Current, with mdb

Associated Types

Primary Associated Extension .mdb
Secondary Associated Extension .accdb

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Microsoft Access Paid Windows

Type 2: Minecraft Level File

Where can you find a description of the .ldb format? You can find a description of the .ldb format on this page. We provide information to help users effectively interact with .ldb files. Many people ...

General Information

Title LDB File Extension
Extension .ldb
Full Form Minecraft LevelDB File
File Type Database File
Developer Mojang Studios
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store data
Additional Functions Manage chunks, entities
Features Key-Value Storage, Fast Access

File Characteristics

Quality High Performance
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable With Tools

Use Cases

Gaming Yes
World Editing Yes
Data Management Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Corruption Risk
Best Practices Regular backups, Proper handling

Historical/Version Information

Introduced Minecraft PE 0.9.0
Adoption Minecraft Bedrock Edition

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .dat, .mca, .mcgame

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Minecraft Paid Windows, Mac, Linux, Console, Mobile
MCC Tool Chest Free Windows
Universal Minecraft Converter Paid Windows

Type 3: Max Payne Level

There are issues opening .LDB files in Windows and MacOS. We have solutions. Can't open LDB files? You need programs installed to support Max Payne Level Files. Associate default program. Associate LD...

General Information

Title LDB File Extension
Extension .ldb
Full Form Max Payne Level Database
File Type Game Data File
Developer Remedy Entertainment
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store game levels
Additional Functions Contain geometry, textures
Features Binary format, Game content

File Characteristics

Quality High gameplay impact
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency Game-dependent
Editable With tools

Use Cases

Game Modding Yes
Level Design Yes
Game Development No

Security and Practices

Security Risks Low risk
Best Practices Backup files, Verify sources

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2001
Latest Version Varies with game patches

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .mpm, .ras, .kf2

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Max Payne Commercial Windows
Max Payne 2 Commercial Windows