Tips to open PKINFO file
Can't open the PKINFO file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PKINFO files as well as a list of programs that support PKINFO files.
PKINFO file extension
| File Name |
ArcGIS Package Info Data Format |
| File Category |
GIS Files |
The PKINFO file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PKINFO files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PKINFO file on each system platform.
What is PKINFO file?
The file in the PKINFO format belongs to the GIS Files category. Additionally, the GIS Files category contains 255 of other files. ArcGIS Package Info Data Format is most often found on 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The ArcGIS application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Esri.
How to open PKINFO file?
The most common problem when using ArcGIS Package Info Data Format is that a specific PKINFO is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open PKINFO, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PKINFO 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 ArcGIS
In this case, you should first verify that the ArcGIS application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name ArcGIS in it. 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 PKINFO.
Programs to open PKINFO file
Remember to download programs supporting PKINFO files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ArcGIS with PKINFO files
If, despite the installed application, the PKINFO file does not start in the ArcGIS 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 set the program to handle this type. 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 ArcGIS application as the default for handling the PKINFO file.
Step 3. Update ArcGIS to the latest version
If, despite the association of the ArcGIS program with the ArcGIS Package Info Data Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Esri page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PKINFO file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The PKINFO file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the PKINFO file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our PKINFO file. Sometimes virus-infected PKINFO files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the PKINFO file. 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular PKINFO file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted PKINFO 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 PKINFO file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the PKINFO file while scanning. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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