BK8 File Extension
Corel WordPerfect Document Backup
- File Type bk8
- Developer Corel Corporation
- Popularity
- Application WordPerfect
- Category Backup Files
What is a BK8 file?
Corel WordPerfect Document Backup, identified by the BK8 extension, is a Backup Files type and includes 395 files.
With the creation of the Corel WordPerfect Document Backup (BK8), Corel introduced file format along with 27 programs built for their use.
BK8 files are supported by Windows. You can backup a BK8 file using one of 2 programs, for example WordPerfect and WordPerfect Office.
How to open a BK8 file?
The most common reason why a BK8 file cannot be opened is the absence of required software. To fix this, select a compatible program from the list. Then visit the official developer website via the provided link, download the program, and install it on your system.
The most popular programs for working with BK8 files are WordPerfect and WordPerfect Office. To get the latest version of WordPerfect, open the Corel website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.
Once setup is done, your operating system should assign WordPerfect as the default app for BK8 files.
Make WordPerfect the default BK8 viewer
Changing the default program in Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your BK8 file and selecting the "Open With" option. From there, click "Choose another app" to continue;
- Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose WordPerfect as the application to associate with your BK8 file;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".
Change the default app to open files on Mac
- Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired BK8 file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
- Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
- Scroll down to the bottom of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, "Recommended Programs" will be selected;
- In this menu, choose "All Programs" and navigate to WordPerfect. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.
Finding answers to BK8 file problems
If you encounter issues with BK8 files, don’t worry—most can be fixed with minor software adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting tips below.
What are the signs that my BK8 file is damaged?
Corrupted BK8 backup files may have one or more of the following symptoms:
- Opening or processing the file in WordPerfect or other programs causes instability or crashes in the program;
- The file shows errors when trying to open it or does not open completely;
- Unexpected expansion of the total size of the BK8 file;
- Working with the file triggers the display of error messages;
Why does WordPerfect quit or crash unexpectedly?
WordPerfect crashes can be attributed to outdated software. Make sure you have installed the latest updates for Corel products.
A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.
What methods can be used to repair a damaged BK8 file?
Use a recovery program to open the damaged BK8 file and navigate to the "Repair" menu item. Wait for the recovery process to finish, as it will automatically repair damaged backup files.