K12 File Extension

What is K12 file?

K12 filename suffix is mostly used for DataFlex Index files. The Database Managers, Inc. defined the DataFlex Index format standard. Files with K12 extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux platform. K12 file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. DataFlex is by far the most used program for working with K12 files. On the official website of The Database Managers, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theDataFlex software, but also about K12 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support K12 file extension

Programs that can handle K12 files are as follows. Files with K12 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 K12 extension?

Problems with accessing K12 may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to DataFlex Index files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install DataFlex software

Problems with opening and working with K12 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with K12 files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install DataFlex. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading DataFlex installed is by going to developer’s website (The Database Managers, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update DataFlex to the latest version

If you already have DataFlex installed on your systems and K12 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 The reason that DataFlex cannot handle files with K12 may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of DataFlex should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open K12 files to DataFlex

After installing DataFlex (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open K12 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the K12 file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the DataFlex installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open K12 files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with K12 extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with K12 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the K12 for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the K12 file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the K12 in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the K12 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the K12 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the K12 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the K12 file’s structure is intact

If the K12 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. When downloading the file with K12 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the DataFlex Index file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle DataFlex

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with K12 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 DataFlex Index file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle K12 files.

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