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SBN File Extension

The SBN file extension was created by ESRI and is also known as the ESRI Spatial Binary File. SBN is classified as a GIS Files and This file is saved in a binary format, which requires a specific program to read its contents. You can open SBN files in ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop program.

ESRI Spatial Binary File Type

ESRI Spatial Binary File Type
Extension .sbn
Developer ESRI
Popularity 5.0 (1 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop
Category GIS Files
Format Binary
Updated 7/1/2025

What is a SBN File Type?

The SBN stores shape information in many small rectangles. Each has its own properties that can be matched to the criteria of space query. Faster queries are possible thanks to split-form information and the binary format. Since all form data is stored in a separate SHP file, SBN files are not needed to query and analyze form information.NOTE: SBN n' is used only by ESRI software.

Free Online SBN Tools & Apps

Access powerful and secure free online SBN tools to convert, view, edit, merge, split, and compare SBN files — all without installing any software. Our tools support the .SBN (ESRI Spatial Binary File) file extension and run smoothly in any modern browser.

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SBN Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the ESRI Spatial Binary File .SBN=10741 File Extensions while opening the .SBN=10741 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open SBN Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for ESRI Spatial Binary File on your system such as ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop.
  2. Associate default Esri ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop program for *.sbn (ESRI Spatial Binary File) files.

    Associate SBN Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.SBN (e.g example.sbn) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Esri ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .sbn files.

All Platform Software Programs for SBN File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the SBN files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open SBN File on Windows

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ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop image. ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop 10 for Windows Commercial ESRI
ShopBot Tools PartWorks image. ShopBot Tools PartWorks 000 for Windows Free ShopBot Tools PartWorks

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen SBN File on Mac OS

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

SBN file extension icon image.About SBN - ESRI Spatial Binary File

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Updated 7/1/2025