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Basic information about KIF file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension KIF（*.KIF or *.kif）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the KIF file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the KIF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the KIF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support KIF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the KIF file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the KIF file?
  • How to open a KIF file?
  • What programs do I need to open a KIF file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a KIF file?
  • How to convert KIF files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to KIF file format?


1.Detail information about KIF file extension: AutoCAD Key Index

File type AutoCAD Key Index Category Misc Files
Developer Autodesk, Inc. File format N/A
Description KIF file is a AutoCAD Key Index developed by Autodesk, Inc.. KIF filename suffix is mostly used for AutoCAD Key Index files. Autodesk, Inc. defined the AutoCAD Key Index format standard. KIF file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. KIF file format, along with 3591 other file formats, belongs to the Various Files category. AutoCAD is by far the most used program for working with KIF files. Software named AutoCAD was created by Autodesk, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and KIF files, check the developer’s official website.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert KIF files

Windows		 AutoCAD



Can't open a KIF file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.KIF”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the KIF extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support KIF file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of KIF files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a KIF file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a KIF file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a KIF file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the KIF file is damaged.
  • Whether the KIF file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the KIF file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the KIF file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the KIF file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a KIF file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a KIF file.

If the KIF file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.