How to open CPK files on your device
If an error occurs when you try to open CPK file on your device, you should do two things – install appropriate software and associate CPK files with this software. If this does not solve the problem, then the cause may be different – you will find more details in this article.
CPK File Extension
- File type DTM Test Log Format
- File developer Microsoft
- File category Data Files
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What is a(n) CPK file?
The .DTM extension data file stores log data that includes a test report of a Windows certified device. The file is generated by Driver Test Manager and can be used for both debugging failed tests and Microsoft Windows Logo Kit certification.
How to open CPK file?
There can be various causes of problems that can arise when opening opening .CPK files. Each problem requires a different approach, but most can be solved by following he instructions below.
Step 1. Install a program that supports CPK files
In order to open CPK file an appropriate program that supports this file format must be installed on the system. Below is the list of programs that support files with CPK extension.
Programs that can open CPK files
Download installer for given application and launch it. After the installation has been completed, CPK files should be opened with installed application by default next time you try to open this type of file.
Remember!
Not all listed applications will be capable of performing all operations on CPK files. Some applications may only be capable of opening such file and viewing its contents while the purpose of others may be converting files to other file formats. Therefore you should check beforehand the capabilities of applications in relation to CPK files.
Step 2. Associate given software with CPK files
A situation can arise where user has an appropriate application supporting CPK files installed on their system, but such application is not associated with this type of files. In order to associate given application with CPK files user should open a file submenu by right-clicking the file icon and selecting "Open with" option. System will display a list of suggested programs that can be used to open CPK files. Select appropriate option and check "Always use selected application to open this kind of files". System will save this information from now on use selected program to open CPK files.
Step 3. Check whether no other errors related to CPK files occur
When the above-mentioned solutions fail, other options must be pursued. It is possible that the CPK file in question is corrupted or damage. The most common causes of file damage are:
- File with CPK extension is incomplete (for example, file has not been downloaded completely from the internet or not copied properly from source)
- File data is corrupted
- Damaged or corrupted storage medium on which the CPK file is stored
- File icon does not represent the original file but is only a shortcut to the location where the CPK file was saved and then deleted
- User account is not privileged to perform operations on CPK files. In that case it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert
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