Tips to open ZAK file

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

ZAK file extension

File Name Sight Survey Job
File Developer Carlson Software
File Category Misc Files

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

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What is ZAK file?

The file with the extension ZAK is the Misc Files file type. It was designed by Carlson Software. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. Sight Survey Job is supported by 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use Sight Survey to handle this file. This is a program created by Carlson Software.

How to open ZAK file?

The main problem with Sight Survey Job is that the ZAK file is incorrectly associated with programs. This is manifested by the fact that ZAK 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 ZAK 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 Sight Survey

In this case, you should first verify that the Sight Survey application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Sight Survey into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file ZAK.

Programs to open ZAK file

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

Sight Survey
Sight Survey
Step 2. Create association of Sight Survey with ZAK files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the ZAK file still does not use the Sight Survey program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. 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 Sight Survey application as the default for handling the ZAK file.

Step 3. Update Sight Survey to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the Sight Survey program, it is possible that Sight Survey Job requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Carlson Software page and install.

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

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:

The ZAK file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to ZAK files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. 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. 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 ZAK file. Sometimes virus-infected ZAK files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the ZAK 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. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged ZAK files. You can restore the file from a backup or use Carlson Software help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file ZAK except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move ZAK to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the ZAK file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the ZAK file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.