BK7 File Extension

What is BK7 file?

BK7 filename suffix is mostly used for Corel WordPerfect Document Backup files. Corel Corporation defined the Corel WordPerfect Document Backup format standard. Files with BK7 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with BK7 extension are categorized as Archive Files files. The Archive Files subset comprises 619 various file formats. The most popular program for handling BK7 files is WordPerfect Office, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Software named WordPerfect Office was created by Corel Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and BK7 files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support BK7 file extension

The following listing features BK7-compatible programs. BK7 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with BK7 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening BK7 files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with BK7 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with BK7 files.

Step 1. Download and install WordPerfect Office

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BK7 files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download WordPerfect Office and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading WordPerfect Office installed is by going to developer’s website (Corel Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If you already have WordPerfect Office installed on your systems and BK7 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 WordPerfect Office installed, it may not support BK7 format. The most recent version of WordPerfect Office is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Corel WordPerfect Document Backup files with WordPerfect Office

After installing WordPerfect Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BK7 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the BK7 file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open BK7 files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected BK7 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with BK7 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the BK7 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 BK7 file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the BK7 file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the BK7 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the BK7 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the BK7 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with BK7 extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic BK7 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. If the BK7 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

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 WordPerfect Office

If the systems has insufficient resources to open BK7 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Corel WordPerfect Document Backup files. It may be the case that the BK7 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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