RK File Extension

What is RK file?

Full format name of files that use RK extension is WinRK Format Archive. WinRK Format Archive format was developed by M Software. RK file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. RK file format, along with 236 other file formats, belongs to the Compressed Files category. The most popular software that supports RK files is WinRK.

Programs which support RK file extension

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

Problems with accessing RK may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to WinRK Format Archive 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 RK files.

Step 1. Install WinRK software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports RK files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install WinRK. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download WinRK installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

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

You still cannot access RK files although WinRK is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that WinRK cannot handle files with RK may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of WinRK should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate WinRK Format Archive files with WinRK

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the RK file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where WinRK is installed, check the Always use this app to open RK files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected RK file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 RK extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the RK file is complete and free of 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 RK file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the RK file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the RK file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the RK file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the RK file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the RK file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open WinRK

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

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

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

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