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Basic information about LAK file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension LAK（*.LAK or *.lak）, 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 LAK file yourself.

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


1.Detail information about LAK file extension: Kashmir

File type Kashmir Category 3D Image Files
Developer SUGIMOTO Tomohiko File format N/A
Description LAK file is a Kashmir developed by SUGIMOTO Tomohiko. LAK filename suffix is mostly used for Kashmir files. Kashmir specification was created by SUGIMOTO Tomohiko. LAK files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. LAK file format, along with 290 other file formats, belongs to the 3D&CAD Files category. Kashmir is by far the most used program for working with LAK files.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LAK files

Windows		 Kashmir



Can't open a LAK 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.LAK”。

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 LAK extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support LAK 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 LAK 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 LAK file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a LAK 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 LAK file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the LAK 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.