K3G File Extension

What is K3G file?

K3G filename suffix is mostly used for 3GP Mobile Phone Video Format files. 3GP Mobile Phone Video Format specification was created by Third Generation Partnership Project. Files with K3G extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. K3G file format, along with 546 other file formats, belongs to the Video Files category. The most popular program for handling K3G files is Windows Media Player, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Windows Media Player software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about K3G files or the Windows Media Player software program.

Programs which support K3G file extension

The following listing features K3G-compatible programs. Files with K3G 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 K3G extension?

Problems with accessing K3G may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to 3GP Mobile Phone Video Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with K3G files.

Step 1. Download and install Windows Media Player

Problems with opening and working with K3G files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with K3G files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Windows Media Player or one to the listed programs: GOM Player. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Windows Media Player installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Windows Media Player to the latest version

If you already have Windows Media Player installed on your systems and K3G 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 K3G files are not compatible with Windows Media Player. The latest version of Windows Media Player should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open K3G files to Windows Media Player

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate K3G files with latest version of Windows Media Player you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the K3G 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
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Windows Media Player is installed, check the Always use this app to open K3G 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 K3G file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with K3G extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the K3G file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the K3G file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the K3G in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the K3G 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 K3G file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic K3G 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 K3G file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the 3GP Mobile Phone Video Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Windows Media Player

If the systems has insufficient resources to open K3G 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 3GP Mobile Phone Video Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle K3G files.

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