dBase was one of the first database management software which worked flawlessly and hence became quite popular. The service saves its files in the “.dbf” format and it’s widely used in applications that need a simple format to save structured data. However, although these .dbf files are useful they are not error-free. Mishandling of DBF files or a simple crash can result in file corruption which leads to loss of important data. That’s where Recovery Toolbox for DBF comes in. It can easily repair corrupted DBF files and help you recover the lost data. So, if you work with DBF files, read along as we dive deep into this software and find out what it brings to the table.
Since Recovery Toolbox for DBF is a focused software that is made to solve one specific problem there are not several key features that we will be discussing here. All you need to know that this software is good at what it does. I have tested it with several corrupted DBF files and it worked every time. That being said, there are some key points that I would like to point out before we move onto our other sections. So, here are some of the key features of Recovery Toolbox for DBF.
Recover Data from Table Field and Memo Fields of DBF Files
The Recovery Toolbox for DBF can repair corrupted .dbf files and can recover data from damaged files of the *.dbf format. Not only it can recover the structure of table fields from DBF files but it can also recover data from Memo Fields of DBF Files. It can even repair the records with data collected from recovered DBF files.
Supports Multiple Database Management Software
It doesn’t matter which database management software you are using to create the DBF file, you can recover it using Recovery Toolbox for DBF. To give you a glimpse, the supported database management software include Visual FoxPro, FoxPro 2, dBase version IV, Clipper and other databases that support the DBF format.
- Supports Multiple Export Formats
Once you have repaired and recovered data from the corrupted DBF file, the Recovery Toolbox for DBF also allows you to save it in the format that you desire. From dBase version III (with or without Memo) to Visual FoxPro 9, you can save it in any format that you want.
Supports Multiple Export Formats
Web Repair Tool
If you don’t want to go through the hassle of installing Recovery Toolbox for DBF (which is really easy and not a hassle at all) you can use the company’s web repair tool to repair your corrupted DBF files. All you need to do is to head over to their online service, upload your files, and then download the repaired file when it’s done. It’s that easy.
When it comes to ease of use, the folks who make Recovery Toolbox for DBF have knocked it out of the park. I mean, if someone has touched a computer even once in their lives, they will be able to use it. All you need to do is to install and launch the app, select the DBF file that you want to repair, wait for the software to repair it and then select the location where you want to save the repaired file. It takes just a few clicks to get the job done. I mean, it cannot be any easier than this. Just download the app and try it for yourself and you will see what I mean.
The Recovery Toolbox for DBF is available to download from its website. When it comes to platform support, the software is exclusive to Windows. At the time of writing this article, it supports Windows 98/Me/2000/XP/Vista/7/8/10 along with Windows Server 2003/2008/2012/2016 and above. Although, you can always its web tool if you are using non-Windows device. You can get a personal license for just $27 while the business license goes for $45.