AKW File Extension

What is AKW file?

AKW is a file extension commonly associated with Adobe RoboHelp Help Project Index Designer files. Adobe Systems Incorporated defined the Adobe RoboHelp Help Project Index Designer format standard. Files with AKW extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. AKW file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports AKW files is Adobe RoboHelp. On the official website of Adobe Systems Incorporated developer not only will you find detailed information about theAdobe RoboHelp software, but also about AKW and other supported file formats.

Programs which support AKW file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support AKW files. Files with AKW suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with AKW extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening AKW files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with AKW extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install Adobe RoboHelp

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports AKW files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Adobe RoboHelp and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Adobe RoboHelp installed is by going to developer’s website (Adobe Systems Incorporated) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Adobe RoboHelp to the latest version

If you already have Adobe RoboHelp installed on your systems and AKW files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why AKW files are not compatible with Adobe RoboHelp. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Adobe RoboHelp.

Step 3. Associate Adobe RoboHelp Help Project Index Designer files with Adobe RoboHelp

If you have the latest version of Adobe RoboHelp installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage AKW on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the AKW file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Adobe RoboHelp is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open AKW files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected AKW file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Adobe RoboHelp and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with AKW extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the AKW is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper AKW file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The AKW may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the AKW is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the AKW file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with AKW extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic AKW file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with AKW extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Adobe RoboHelp Help Project Index Designer file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Adobe RoboHelp

If the systems has insufficient resources to open AKW files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Adobe RoboHelp Help Project Index Designer files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle AKW files.

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