RKN File Extension

What is RKN file?

RKN filename suffix is mostly used for Reckon Accounts Personal Plus Backup Format files. RKN file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. RKN file format, along with 243 other file formats, belongs to the Backup Files category. The most popular software that supports RKN files is Accounts Personal Plus. On the official website of Reckon developer not only will you find detailed information about theAccounts Personal Plus software, but also about RKN and other supported file formats.

Programs which support RKN file extension

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

Updated: 03/14/2020

How to open file with RKN extension?

Being unable to open files with RKN extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with RKN 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 RKN files.

Step 1. Download and install Accounts Personal Plus

Problems with opening and working with RKN files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with RKN files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Accounts Personal Plus and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support RKN files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Accounts Personal Plus installed is by going to developer’s website (Reckon) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Accounts Personal Plus and update if needed

You still cannot access RKN files although Accounts Personal Plus is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why RKN files are not compatible with Accounts Personal Plus. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Accounts Personal Plus.

Step 3. Associate Reckon Accounts Personal Plus Backup Format files with Accounts Personal Plus

If you have the latest version of Accounts Personal Plus installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage RKN on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the RKN 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 Accounts Personal Plus is installed, check the Always use this app to open RKN files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with RKN extension, 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....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with RKN extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the RKN is not faulty

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

1. Check the RKN file for viruses or malware

If the RKN is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. 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 RKN file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with RKN extension is complete and error-free

If the RKN 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. If the RKN file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Accounts Personal Plus

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Reckon Accounts Personal Plus Backup Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the RKN files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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