BK5 File Extension

What is BK5 file?

Full format name of files that use BK5 extension is Corel WordPerfect Document Backup. Corel WordPerfect Document Backup specification was created by Corel Corporation. BK5 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with BK5 extension are categorized as Archive Files files. The Archive Files subset comprises 619 various file formats. Users are advised to use WordPerfect Office software for managing BK5 files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. WordPerfect Office software was developed by Corel Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about BK5 files or the WordPerfect Office software program.

Programs which support BK5 file extension

The following listing features BK5-compatible programs. Files with BK5 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 BK5 extension?

Problems with accessing BK5 may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Corel WordPerfect Document Backup files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install WordPerfect Office software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening BK5 files is that no program that can handle BK5 files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install WordPerfect Office. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support BK5 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit WordPerfect Office website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of WordPerfect Office and update if needed

You still cannot access BK5 files although WordPerfect Office is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with BK5 may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using WordPerfect Office.

Step 3. Set the default application to open BK5 files to WordPerfect Office

After installing WordPerfect Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BK5 files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the BK5 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed, check the Always use this app to open BK5 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with BK5 extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BK5 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the BK5 is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the BK5 file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The BK5 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the BK5 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the BK5 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. BK5 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with BK5 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the BK5 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with BK5 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle WordPerfect Office

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with BK5 extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Corel WordPerfect Document Backup file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle BK5 files.

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