HKM File Extension

What is HKM file?

HKM filename suffix is mostly used for Havok Movie Format files. Havok defined the Havok Movie Format format standard. HKM files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. HKM file format, along with 546 other file formats, belongs to the Video Files category. Havok Visual Debugger is by far the most used program for working with HKM files.

Programs which support HKM file extension

Programs that can handle HKM files are as follows. HKM 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 HKM extension?

Problems with accessing HKM may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with HKM 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. Get the Havok Visual Debugger

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports HKM files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Havok Visual Debugger. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Havok Visual Debugger installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Havok Visual Debugger to the latest version

If you already have Havok Visual Debugger installed on your systems and HKM 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 HKM files are not compatible with Havok Visual Debugger. The latest version of Havok Visual Debugger should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Havok Visual Debugger to HKM files

If you have the latest version of Havok Visual Debugger installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage HKM on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the HKM with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 Havok Visual Debugger is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open HKM files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected HKM file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Havok Visual Debugger and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with HKM extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the HKM for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the HKM file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the HKM is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the HKM file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

If the HKM file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with HKM extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Havok Visual Debugger

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support HKM files. Close all running programs and try opening the HKM file.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Havok Movie Format file. It may be the case that the HKM files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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