Tips to open NKS file

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

NKS file extension

File Name Kontakt Monolith Container
File Developer Native Instruments
File Category Audio Files

The NKS file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the NKS files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the NKS file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 3
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is NKS file?

The NKS file has been categorized as Audio Files. The author of this format is Native Instruments. Additionally, the Audio Files category contains 771 of other files. Kontakt Monolith Container appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Mac OS, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use KONTAKT to handle this file. This is a program created by Native Instruments, Inc.. Alternatively, you can use 3 other programs. TRAKTOR, unnks - nks and nkx file unpacker will apply when it is not possible to use KONTAKT.

How to open NKS file?

The most common problem when using Kontakt Monolith Container is that a specific NKS is not associated with the program. This causes the file NKS to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the NKS 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 KONTAKT

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that KONTAKT is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name KONTAKT into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support NKS files.

Step 2. Create association of KONTAKT with NKS files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the NKS file to open in the KONTAKT application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the KONTAKT application as the default for handling the NKS file.

Step 3. Update KONTAKT to the latest version

If, however, after binding KONTAKT with Kontakt Monolith Container there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Native Instruments, Inc. website and install the latest version.

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

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:

The NKS file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to NKS files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
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 NKS file. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover NKS files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the NKS file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair NKS file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Native Instruments, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted NKS files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the NKS file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the NKS file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the NKS file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.