Tips to open CKS file

Can't open the CKS file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open CKS files as well as a list of programs that support CKS files.

CKS file extension

File Name Microsoft Windows CE Image Info
File Category Settings Files

The CKS file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the CKS files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the CKS file on each system platform.

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What is CKS file?

The file in the CKS format belongs to the Settings Files category. Additionally, the Settings Files category contains 1305 of other files. Microsoft Windows CE Image Info is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use Microsoft Windows CE Embedded to handle this file. This is a program created by Microsoft Corporation.

How to open CKS file?

The main problem with Microsoft Windows CE Image Info is that the CKS file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that CKS files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the CKS file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Windows CE Embedded

In this case, you should first verify that the Microsoft Windows CE Embedded application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name Microsoft Windows CE Embedded into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file CKS.

Programs to open CKS file

Remember to download programs supporting CKS files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

Step 2. Create association of Microsoft Windows CE Embedded with CKS files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the CKS file still does not use the Microsoft Windows CE Embedded program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the Microsoft Windows CE Embedded application as the default for handling the CKS file.

Step 3. Update Microsoft Windows CE Embedded to the latest version

If, however, after binding Microsoft Windows CE Embedded with Microsoft Windows CE Image Info there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Microsoft Corporation page and install.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the CKS file

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:

The CKS file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the CKS file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our CKS file. Sometimes virus-infected CKS files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of CKS file may not always be supported by the latest software version. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged CKS files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting N/A, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file CKS except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the CKS file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the CKS file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the CKS file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.