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Viewing a .bak file

Anonymous
2018-02-21T01:59:21+00:00

How do I open and view a .bak file?

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  1. Anonymous
    2018-02-21T02:09:04+00:00

    It did not help.  Do I need to install an app?

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  2. DaveM121 869.7K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2018-02-21T08:25:11+00:00

    Hi Nicole, there is no standard application for opening a .bak file

    a .bak file is a generic backup, it could be a text file, it could be an image file, in fact it could be any type of file, therefore there is no standard application for opening it . . .

    Do you know what program created the file, if you do, open the .bak file with that program, if you do not know, right click the .bak file, choose Open with - Notepad

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  3. Sumit 43,781 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2018-02-21T02:47:26+00:00

    .bak file is a backup file create by any software to replace the original file.

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  4. Greg Carmack 24,770 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2018-02-21T02:11:57+00:00

    What is this .bak file exactly?

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  5. Greg Carmack 24,770 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2018-02-21T02:00:41+00:00

    Hi Nicole. I'm Greg, an installation specialist and 8 year Windows MVP, here to help you.

    This explains it best: https://www.lifewire.com/bak-file-2619793

    I hope this helps. Feel free to ask back any questions and let us know how it goes. I will keep working with you until it's resolved.

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