SHK File Extension

What is SHK file?

Full format name of files that use SHK extension is ShrinkIt Archive. SHK files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. SHK file belongs to the Compressed Files category just like 236 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling SHK files is ShrinkIt, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Andy Nicholas developer not only will you find detailed information about theShrinkIt software, but also about SHK and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SHK file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with SHK files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with SHK 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 SHK extension?

Problems with accessing SHK may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with SHK files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with SHK files.

Step 1. Download and install ShrinkIt

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports SHK files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install ShrinkIt or one to the listed programs: GS-ShrinkIt. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support SHK files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading ShrinkIt installed is by going to developer’s website (Andy Nicholas) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update ShrinkIt to the latest version

You still cannot access SHK files although ShrinkIt is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that ShrinkIt cannot handle files with SHK may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of ShrinkIt is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open SHK files to ShrinkIt

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

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

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SHK extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with SHK extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the SHK is not faulty

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 SHK file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

Should it happed that the SHK is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the SHK file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. SHK file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the SHK 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 SHK 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 out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the ShrinkIt Archive file.

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

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with ShrinkIt Archive file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SHK files.

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