Full format name of files that use TKR extension is Tinker Custom Level Format. Tinker Custom Level Format format was developed by Microsoft. TKR files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. TKR file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling TKR files is Microsoft Tinker, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format.
Programs that can handle TKR files are as follows. TKR files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.
Problems with accessing TKR may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with TKR 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 TKR files.
The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening TKR files is that no program that can handle TKR files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Microsoft Tinker or different compatible program, such as eSignal. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Tinker installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.
If you already have Microsoft Tinker installed on your systems and TKR files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why TKR files are not compatible with Microsoft Tinker. The latest version of Microsoft Tinker should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.
If you have the latest version of Microsoft Tinker installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage TKR 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.
Selecting the first-choice application in Windows
Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS
If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the TKR file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.
If the TKR 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 TKR file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.
If the TKR 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. If the TKR file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.
Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.
The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support TKR files. Close all running programs and try opening the TKR file.
Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Tinker Custom Level Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the TKR files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.
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