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How to Open BCK File Extension: 3 Ways to do it

BCK files can sometimes be opened with the built-in tools

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Published onJanuary 11, 2024

published onJanuary 11, 2024

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BCK is not a common file type,  but some users have encountered it on their PCs and they are wondering how to open a BCK file.

Depending on what the file is used for, you might be able it open it without having to use any third-party tools. Join us while we take a closer look at this file type and see what it can do.

What is a BCK file?

This file type has multiple purposes, but it’s usually used for file backup. Some games use BCK files as a backup for the save game files. In some cases, BCK files can work as animation files.

How do I read a BCK file?

1. Open the file with Notepad

2. Change the file extension

Now the file should be able to open with the associated software. Keep in mind that this method usually works for games.

3. Use Blender

Keep in mind that this method works only if BCK files are animation files.

BCK files aren’t that common, but if you do encounter them, you should be able to open them with Notepad or by changing their extension to the correct file type.

This isn’t the only backup file type, and in the past, we wrote how toopen the SQL BAK filesand how toopen Outlook BAK files.

In case you want to learn about different file types, our guide on how toaccess JSON filescan come in handy.

Did you find a different way to open the BCK file on your PC? If so, share it with us in the comments section.

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Milan Stanojevic

Windows Toubleshooting Expert

Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.

Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.

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Milan Stanojevic

Windows Toubleshooting Expert

Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.