MIK File Extension

What is MIK file?

MIK filename suffix is mostly used for MapInfo MapImagery Encryption Key files. MapInfo MapImagery Encryption Key format was developed by Pitney Bowes Software Inc. (MapInfo). MIK file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. MIK file format, along with 255 other file formats, belongs to the GIS Files category. The software recommended for managing MIK files is MapInfo. On the official website of Pitney Bowes Software Inc. (MapInfo) developer not only will you find detailed information about theMapInfo software, but also about MIK and other supported file formats.

Programs which support MIK file extension

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

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

Step 1. Download and install MapInfo

Problems with opening and working with MIK files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with MIK files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the MapInfo 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 MapInfo installed is by going to developer’s website (Pitney Bowes Software Inc. (MapInfo)) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of MapInfo

If the problems with opening MIK files still occur even after installing MapInfo, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of MapInfo is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of MapInfo installed, it may not support MIK format. The latest version of MapInfo should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate MapInfo MapImagery Encryption Key files with MapInfo

After installing MapInfo (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open MIK files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the MIK with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where MapInfo is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open MIK files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with MIK extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select MapInfo and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with MIK extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the MIK is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the MIK file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

Should it happed that the MIK is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the MIK file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. MIK file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the MIK 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. If the MIK file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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

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 MapInfo MapImagery Encryption Key file.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with MIK 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 MapInfo MapImagery Encryption Key files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle MIK files.

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