PKLG File Extension

What is PKLG file?

PKLG filename suffix is mostly used for Wireshark Captured Data Format files. Files with PKLG extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. PKLG file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Wireshark is by far the most used program for working with PKLG files. On the official website of Gerald Combs developer not only will you find detailed information about theWireshark software, but also about PKLG and other supported file formats.

Programs which support PKLG file extension

The following listing features PKLG-compatible programs. Files with PKLG 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.

Updated: 11/01/2020

How to open file with PKLG extension?

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

Step 1. Download and install Wireshark

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PKLG files is that no program that can handle PKLG files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Wireshark developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Wireshark installed is by going to developer’s website (Gerald Combs) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Wireshark

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

Step 3. Assign Wireshark to PKLG files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate PKLG files with latest version of Wireshark 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

• Right-click the PKLG 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 Wireshark installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PKLG files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PKLG extension, select 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 PKLG extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

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

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

If the PKLG 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 scanner detected that the PKLG file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If you obtained the problematic PKLG file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 PKLG 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Wireshark Captured Data Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Wireshark

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Wireshark Captured Data Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PKLG files affecting older versions of given software.

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