CIK File: What is it?

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CIK File Summary

The CIK File Extension has two different file types (mostly seen as the Corel Graphics 10 Custom Dual Tone File format) and can be opened with seven distinctive software programs, with the dominant related application developed by Corel (CorelDRAW Graphics Suite software). The CIK File Extension are listed predominantly as Settings Files, while in other circumstances they can be Data Files.

File Extension CIK files have been identified on both desktop and mobile devices. They are fully or partially supported by Windows, Mac, and Linux. CIK files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

If you are having problems opening CIK files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

Low
Prevalence
3753
Rank

/ 11690

Active

Relevance

4

December

2018

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CIK Types

  2 known file types use this extension

Principal CIK Type

.CIK
File Name:.cik
File Type:Corel Graphics 10 Custom Dual Tone File

The CIK extension has custom saved dual tone settings and is associated with the Corel Graphics Suite Version 10.

Programmer: Corel
Group:Settings Files
Folder: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.cik

Software Programs That Open The Corel Graphics 10 Custom Dual Tone File:


CorelDRAW Graphics Suite by Corel

Windows

Alternative CIK Types

.CIK
File Name:.cik
File Type:Norton CleanSweep Installation Log File

This extension file is related to the Norton CleanSweep. The file acts as a storage for installation log.

Programmer: Symantec Corporation
Group:Data Files

Software Programs That Open Norton CleanSweep Installation Log File Files:


Microsoft Notepad by Microsoft Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux

Notepad++ by Don Ho

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux

MacroMates TextMate by MacroMates

Compatible with:

Mac

Apple TextEdit by Apple

Compatible with:

Mac

Sublime Text by Sublime HQ Pty Ltd

Compatible with:

Windows
Mac
Linux

Norton Cleansweep by Symantec Corporation

Compatible with:

Windows

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CIK Demand


Top Devices

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


CIK Troubleshooting


Frequent CIK Opening Issues

Missing CorelDRAW Graphics Suite

When you double-click your CIK file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". Usually, this is because you do not have CorelDRAW Graphics Suite for %%os%% installed. Because your operating system doesn't know what to do with this file, you won't be able to open it by double-clicking.


Tip: If you don't have CorelDRAW Graphics Suite installed, and you know of another program to open your CIK file, you can try opening it by selecting from the programs listed under "Show Apps".


CorelDRAW Graphics Suite is Out-of-Date

In other instances, your Corel Graphics 10 Custom Dual Tone File file version may not be supported by your version of CorelDRAW Graphics Suite. Installing the latest version of CorelDRAW Graphics Suite from Corel is recommended. Most of the time your Corel Graphics 10 Custom Dual Tone File file was created by a newer CorelDRAW Graphics Suite than what you have installed.


Tip: Right-clicking on your CIK, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.


Conclusion: The majority of CIK file opening issues are due to not having the correct CorelDRAW Graphics Suite version installed.


Other Causes of CIK File Opening Problems

Errors opening Corel Graphics 10 Custom Dual Tone File files can still occur even with the latest CorelDRAW Graphics Suite software installed on your computer. Other CIK opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. Additional factors include:

  • CIK file references in the Windows Registry are broken
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the CIK file inside the Windows Registry
  • Invalid installation of a CIK-associated program (eg. CorelDRAW Graphics Suite)
  • Your CIK file is corrupted (issues with your Corel Graphics 10 Custom Dual Tone File file itself)
  • Malware-tainted CIK file can't be opened
  • Drivers associated with CIK software need to be updated
  • Your PC doesn’t have enough available resources to open the Corel Graphics 10 Custom Dual Tone File file

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