Tips to open PKD file

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

PKD file extension

File Name Turbo Pascal DOS Compressed Batch
File Developer Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.
File Category Archive Files

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

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What is PKD file?

The file in the PKD format belongs to the Archive Files category. The creator of this file is Embarcadero Technologies, Inc.. Additionally, the Archive Files category contains 619 of other files. Turbo Pascal DOS Compressed Batch is supported by 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. It is recommended to use Turbo Pascal to handle this file. This is a program created by Embarcadero Technologies, Inc..

How to open PKD file?

The main problem with Turbo Pascal DOS Compressed Batch is that the PKD file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that PKD files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PKD 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 Turbo Pascal

The first step is to check if the computer has the Turbo Pascal program installed. This can be achieved by typing Turbo Pascal into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support PKD files.

Programs to open PKD file

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

Step 2. Create association of Turbo Pascal with PKD files

If, despite the installed application, the PKD file does not start in the Turbo Pascal application, you must create a file association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. 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. 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the PKD file with the Turbo Pascal program.

Step 3. Update Turbo Pascal to the latest version

If, despite the association of the Turbo Pascal program with the Turbo Pascal DOS Compressed Batch file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. In this case, use the Embarcadero Technologies, Inc. website or update the program from the application.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PKD 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 PKD file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to PKD files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our PKD file. However, remember that not every infected PKD file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of PKD file may not always be supported by the latest software version. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged PKD files. You can restore the file from a backup or use Embarcadero Technologies, Inc. help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted PKD files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
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. Copying the PKD file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the PKD file is blocked by the first application to open it. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the PKD file again. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.