Tips to open TNK file

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

TNK file extension

File Name TrunkTrac Scanner Info Format
File Category Misc Files

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

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

What is TNK file?

The file in the TNK format belongs to the Misc Files category. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. TrunkTrac Scanner Info Format appears on 3 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is NotePad++ text editor. This was created by Notepad++ Team. There are also 7 alternative programs to handle the TNK file. The Sublime Text, PSPad, Atom programs will also handle the file when the NotePad++ text editor program does not fulfill its role.

How to open TNK file?

The most common problem when using TrunkTrac Scanner Info Format is that a specific TNK is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open TNK, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the TNK 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 NotePad++ text editor

In this case, you should first verify that the NotePad++ text editor application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name NotePad++ text editor into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file TNK with NotePad++ text editor. Below you will find a list of applications that support TNK files.

Step 2. Create association of NotePad++ text editor with TNK files

However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the TNK file to open in the NotePad++ text editor application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the TNK file with the NotePad++ text editor program.

Step 3. Update NotePad++ text editor to the latest version

If, despite the association of the NotePad++ text editor program with the TrunkTrac Scanner Info 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 Notepad++ Team page and install.

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

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:

The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the TNK 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. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the TNK file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected TNK file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the TNK files changes over time. 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 the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular TNK file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted TNK 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. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move TNK to a different directory.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file TNK to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the TNK file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.