Sorts of KLC Files

Chief KLC Description

.KLC

Extension:	.klc
Classification:	Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator Keyboard Data

The file contains customized keyboard layout for Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator; a Microsoft Windows tool that lets users make customized keyboard layouts.

Company:	Microsoft Corporation
Division:	Settings Files
Entry:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.klc

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator Keyboard Data:

Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

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Understanding KLC Issues

Common KLC Opening Problems

Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator is Not Installed

You attempt to load your KLC file and get an error such as "%%os%% Can't Open The KLC File Extension". When this happens, it is commonly due to Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator missing in %%os%%. The OS won't know what to do with your KLC file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.

Tip: Another KLC-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.

Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator is Out-of-Date

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator installed that's incompatible with your Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator Keyboard Data type. You will need to download a newer version of Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator if you don't have the right version. Most of the time your Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator Keyboard Data file was created by a newer Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator than what you have installed.

Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of KLC file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).

Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening KLC files are due to having the wrong version of Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator installed.

Associated Difficulties Loading KLC Files

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator will resolve your issue. If you're still experiencing problems opening KLC files, there could be other computer problems. Problems unrelated to software:

• Invalid KLC file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
• Accidental deletion of the description of the KLC file in the Windows registry
• Corrupt install of Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator or other KLC-related program
• KLC file corruption
• Your KLC has adversely impacted by malware
• Device drivers for KLC-related hardware are out-of-date
• Windows has inadequate resources to open your Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator Keyboard Data file