Kinds of SIK Files

Chief SIK Description

.SIK

Formatting:	.sik
Classification:	Microsoft Word Backup

SIK file extension is related to Microsoft Word Program. Microsoft Word is a program for word processing that runs on Microsoft Windows and other operating systems like Mac. Document backup data are stored in these SIK files. They were used in Microsoft Word old versions.

Created by:	Microsoft Corporation
Class:	Backup Files
Location:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.sik

Software Programs That Open The Microsoft Word Backup:

Microsoft Word by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Mac

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SIK File Complications

Issues Opening SIK Files

Missing Microsoft Word

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open SIK Files" when trying to open your SIK. Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because Microsoft Word isn't installed on your PC. 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 have another software that you know opens SIK files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.

Incorrect Microsoft Word Version

It is possible that your version of Microsoft Word isn't able to open your Microsoft Word Backup file due to incompatibility. Installing the latest version of Microsoft Word from Microsoft Corporation is recommended. Most of the time your Microsoft Word Backup file was created by a newer Microsoft Word than what you have installed.

Tip: Investigate your SIK file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.

Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening SIK files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.

Associated Difficulties Loading SIK Files

Even with the correct version of Microsoft Word installed, you can still experience difficulties opening SIKs. If you're still experiencing problems opening SIK files, there could be other computer problems. Problems unrelated to software:

• File references in the Windows Registry for SIK are wrong
• Unintentional removal of the description of the SIK file inside the Windows Registry
• Microsoft Word or another SIK application experienced a flawed installation
• Your SIK can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
• Malware-tainted SIK file can't be opened
• Device drivers for SIK-related hardware are out-of-date
• Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the Microsoft Word Backup format