BKO File Extension

What is BKO file?

BKO filename suffix is mostly used for Wisco Backup Outlook Backup files. Wisco defined the Wisco Backup Outlook Backup format standard. Files with BKO extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. BKO file belongs to the Archive Files category just like 619 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports BKO files is Backup Outlook. Software named Backup Outlook was created by Wisco. In order to find more detailed information on the software and BKO files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support BKO file extension

The following listing features BKO-compatible programs. BKO files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with BKO extension?

Problems with accessing BKO may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with BKO 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 BKO files.

Step 1. Install Backup Outlook software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports BKO files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the Backup Outlook 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 Backup Outlook installed is by going to developer’s website (Wisco) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Backup Outlook

You still cannot access BKO files although Backup Outlook is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Backup Outlook installed, it may not support BKO format. The most recent version of Backup Outlook is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Wisco Backup Outlook Backup files with Backup Outlook

After installing Backup Outlook (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open BKO files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the BKO with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 Backup Outlook is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open BKO files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with BKO extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Backup Outlook and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with BKO extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the BKO file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the BKO file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. BKO file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the BKO file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with BKO extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Wisco Backup Outlook Backup file.

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

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

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 Wisco Backup Outlook Backup file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle BKO files.

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