BK3 File Extension

What is BK3 file?

BK3 is a file extension commonly associated with Corel WordPerfect Document Backup files. Corel Corporation defined the Corel WordPerfect Document Backup format standard. Files with BK3 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. BK3 file belongs to the Archive Files category just like 619 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use WordPerfect Office software for managing BK3 files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. WordPerfect Office software was developed by Corel Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about BK3 files or the WordPerfect Office software program.

Programs which support BK3 file extension

The following listing features BK3-compatible programs. Files with BK3 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 BK3 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening BK3 files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with BK3 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 BK3 files.

Step 1. Download and install WordPerfect Office

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BK3 files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install WordPerfect Office. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit WordPerfect Office website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update WordPerfect Office to the latest version

If you already have WordPerfect Office installed on your systems and BK3 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. The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with BK3 may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of WordPerfect Office is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Corel WordPerfect Document Backup files with WordPerfect Office

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate BK3 files with latest version of WordPerfect Office you have installed 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 BK3 file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open BK3 files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected BK3 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select WordPerfect Office and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with BK3 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the BK3 file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the BK3 file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The BK3 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the BK3 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. 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 BK3 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with BK3 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the BK3 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. It could happen the the download process of file with BK3 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Corel WordPerfect Document Backup file again.

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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support BK3 files. Close all running programs and try opening the BK3 file.

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 Corel WordPerfect Document Backup file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with BK3 files affecting older versions of given software.

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