I cannot open a BIK file. What should I do? Help!
Virtually anyone has encountered some problems with opening unknown files while working on a computer. It can be very frustrating. Yet such problems, not only with BIK files, can be addressed in a standard way. Follow the steps below and we can guarantee that your problem with opening BIK will be resolved!
BIK File Extension
- File type BINK Video Format
- File developer RAD Game Tools
- File category Video Files
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What is a(n) BIK file?
The BIK (also known as BINK Video File) is a video file format developed by RAD Game Tools that is commonly used for video games. This format is noted for its superior compression algorithm which makes it ideal for streaming media over the internet, while still providing good audio and visual quality. It can be used for both digital interactive media and traditional film/video media.
The BIK format supports multiple audio channels, allowing users to include 2D and 3D positional audio. The file can also be opened and edited with various tools including Adobe Premiere Pro, VirtualDub, Camtasia Studio, and more. It is used in popular game titles including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, Red Dead Redemption, Fallout 4, Just Cause 3, and more.
How to open BIK file?
If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with BIK extension, it is highly probable that no program that supports given files is installed on the users’ system. Below is a list of actions user should pursue in order to resolve most common problems.
Step 1. Download and install application that supports BIK files
After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open BIK files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:
Programs that support BIK files
Step 2. Verify whether BIK files are associated with appropriate software
It is possible that an application that supports BIK files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with BIK files (right-click on the file icon → Properties → General Tab → In submenu "Open with" and click on "Change" button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support BIK files. Choose the application by checking the box "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files". System will store this information in its registry and use it to open BIK files with the selected program.
Changing BIK file association in registry
File association for BIK files can be edited manually by editing appropriate entry in Windows System Registry. However, it is discouraged as it may introduce errors to registry if not done properly and may even damage the system.
Step 3. Check BIK file for other errors
- BIK file was not copied properly from storage medium.
- Antivirus application prevents opening BIK files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected BIK file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
- For BIK files downloaded from the internet it is advised to check if the file has been downloaded completely and is not corrupted. If not, the file should be re-downloaded.
