SCHK File Extension

What is SCHK file?

Full format name of files that use SCHK extension is SortSite Site Data Format. Files with SCHK extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. SCHK file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular software that supports SCHK files is SortSite. On the official website of PowerMapper Software developer not only will you find detailed information about theSortSite software, but also about SCHK and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SCHK file extension

Programs that can handle SCHK files are as follows. Files with SCHK 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.

Updated: 12/04/2020

How to open file with SCHK extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening SCHK files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with SCHK 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. Download and install SortSite

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

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

You still cannot access SCHK files although SortSite 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. This can be one of the causes why SCHK files are not compatible with SortSite. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using SortSite.

Step 3. Assign SortSite to SCHK files

If you have the latest version of SortSite installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SCHK 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

• Clicking the SCHK with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where SortSite is installed, check the Always use this app to open SCHK 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 SCHK extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select SortSite and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with SCHK extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the SCHK for errors

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

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

If the SCHK is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the SCHK file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the SCHK file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the SCHK file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the SCHK file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the SortSite Site Data Format file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open SortSite

If the systems has insufficient resources to open SCHK files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 SortSite Site Data Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle SCHK files.

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