Tips to open KAR file

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

KAR file extension

File Name Karaoke MIDI Format
File Category Audio Files

The KAR file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the KAR files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the KAR file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 4
  • 2
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is KAR file?

The file with the extension KAR is the Audio Files file type. In addition to this file, the Audio Files category includes 771 related files. Karaoke MIDI Format is most often found on 3 operating systems. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is Band-in-a-Box. This was created by PG Music Inc.. Alternatively, you can use 6 other programs. Winamp, QuickTime Player, Windows Media Player, KaraFun will apply when it is not possible to use Band-in-a-Box.

How to open KAR file?

An often recurring problem with Karaoke MIDI Format is that KAR is not associated with the correct program file. This causes the file KAR to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This problem can be easily remedied.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the KAR 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 Band-in-a-Box

The first step is to check if the computer has the Band-in-a-Box program installed. This can be achieved by typing Band-in-a-Box into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file KAR with Band-in-a-Box. Below you will find a list of applications that support KAR files.

Step 2. Create association of Band-in-a-Box with KAR files

If, despite the installed application, the KAR file does not start in the Band-in-a-Box application, you must create a file association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the KAR file with the Band-in-a-Box application.

Step 3. Update Band-in-a-Box to the latest version

If, however, after binding Band-in-a-Box with Karaoke MIDI Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. In this case, use the PG Music Inc. website or update the program from the application.

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

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:

The KAR file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the KAR file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the KAR file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected KAR files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the KAR file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged KAR 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 indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted KAR files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. It is best to move KAR to a different directory.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the KAR 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 KAR 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.