BEK File Extension

What is BEK file?

Full format name of files that use BEK extension is Shanda Bambook E-book. Files with BEK extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with BEK extension are categorized as Document Files files. The Document Files subset comprises 574 various file formats. The software recommended for managing BEK files is Calibre. On the official website of Kovid Goyal developer not only will you find detailed information about theCalibre software, but also about BEK and other supported file formats.

Programs which support BEK file extension

Programs that can handle BEK files are as follows. Files with BEK extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with BEK extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening BEK files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with BEK 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. Install Calibre software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BEK files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Calibre. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Calibre website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Calibre and update if needed

If you already have Calibre installed on your systems and BEK files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Calibre installed, it may not support BEK format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Calibre.

Step 3. Set the default application to open BEK files to Calibre

If you have the latest version of Calibre installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage BEK on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the BEK with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Calibre is installed, check the Always use this app to open BEK files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected BEK 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 Calibre and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BEK extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the BEK for errors

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 BEK file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the BEK file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the BEK file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. BEK file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If you obtained the problematic BEK file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the BEK file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Shanda Bambook E-book files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BEK files affecting older versions of given software.

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