KER File Extension

What is KER file?

KER filename suffix is mostly used for ENVI Filter Kernels files. ENVI Filter Kernels specification was created by Exelis Visual Information Solutions. Files with KER extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. KER file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular software that supports KER files is ENVI. Software named ENVI was created by Exelis Visual Information Solutions. In order to find more detailed information on the software and KER files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support KER file extension

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

Problems with accessing KER may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with KER 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 ENVI software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports KER files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download ENVI and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit ENVI website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update ENVI to the latest version

If you already have ENVI installed on your systems and KER 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. This can be one of the causes why KER files are not compatible with ENVI. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using ENVI.

Step 3. Set the default application to open KER files to ENVI

If you have the latest version of ENVI installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage KER 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.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the KER file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the ENVI installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open KER files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with KER extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select ENVI and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with KER extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the KER is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the KER file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the KER is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the KER file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the KER file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the KER file’s structure is intact

If the KER file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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 KER extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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 ENVI

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

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 ENVI Filter Kernels files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the KER files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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