KID File Extension

What is KID file?

KID filename suffix is mostly used for Kidspiration Document files. Inspiration defined the Kidspiration Document format standard. KID files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. KID file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. Users are advised to use Kidspiration software for managing KID files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named Kidspiration was created by Inspiration Software, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and KID files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support KID file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support KID files. Files with KID 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 KID extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening KID files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with KID extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Kidspiration

Problems with opening and working with KID files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with KID files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Kidspiration and install it on your device. 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 Kidspiration installed is by going to developer’s website (Inspiration Software, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Kidspiration and update if needed

If you already have Kidspiration installed on your systems and KID files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Kidspiration cannot handle files with KID may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Kidspiration.

Step 3. Assign Kidspiration to KID files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate KID files with latest version of Kidspiration you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the KID 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 Kidspiration is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open KID files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the KID file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with KID extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the KID 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 KID file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

Should it happed that the KID 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 KID file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the KID 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 KID 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Kidspiration

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Kidspiration Document files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the KID files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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