I cannot open a LXK 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 LXK files, can be addressed in a standard way. Follow the steps below and we can guarantee that your problem with opening LXK will be resolved!

LXK File Extension

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  • File type COREX Lexicon Link-up
  • File developer N/A
  • File category Developer Files
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What is a(n) LXK file?

The .LXK text file stores the chronological representation of annotations made in the lexicon joining in XML format. It is used by the COREX application, which is no longer being developed, by which speech files for the modern Dutch language are reproduced. The program also allows you to enter annotations in this language.

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How to open LXK file?

If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with LXK 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 LXK files

After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open LXK files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:

Programs that support LXK files

Windows programs
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Step 2. Verify whether LXK files are associated with appropriate software

It is possible that an application that supports LXK files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with LXK files (right-click on the file icon → PropertiesGeneral Tab → In submenu "Open with" and click on "Change" button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support LXK 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 LXK files with the selected program.

Changing LXK file association in registry

File association for LXK 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 LXK file for other errors

  • LXK file was not copied properly from storage medium.
  • Antivirus application prevents opening LXK files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected LXK file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
  • For LXK 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.

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