KEV File Extension

What is KEV file?

KEV filename suffix is mostly used for JAWS Preload files. JAWS Preload format was developed by Freedom Scientific, Inc.. KEV files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with KEV extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The software recommended for managing KEV files is JAWS. Software named JAWS was created by Freedom Scientific, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and KEV files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support KEV file extension

Programs that can handle KEV files are as follows. KEV 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 KEV extension?

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

Step 1. Get the JAWS

Problems with opening and working with KEV files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with KEV files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the JAWS developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy 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 JAWS installed is by going to developer’s website (Freedom Scientific, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update JAWS to the latest version

You still cannot access KEV files although JAWS 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 JAWS installed, it may not support KEV format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using JAWS.

Step 3. Assign JAWS to KEV files

If you have the latest version of JAWS installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage KEV on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the KEV file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where JAWS is installed, check the Always use this app to open KEV files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected KEV file open the file menu and choose 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 KEV extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the KEV is not faulty

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

1. Check the KEV file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the KEV 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. KEV file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

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

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

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

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with JAWS Preload files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle KEV files.

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