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Basic information about GXK file

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

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


1.Detail information about GXK file extension: Galaxkey Secured File

File type Galaxkey Secured File Category Encoded Files
Developer Galaxkey File format Binary
Description GXK file is a Galaxkey Secured File developed by Galaxkey. Encrypted archive created by Galaxkey, a program used for securely storing and transferring files; incorporates encryption as well as password protection; requires a registered Galaxkey identity as well as the Galaxkey software to extract files from the archive.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert GXK files

Windows		 Galaxkey
Microsoft Outlook with Galaxkey Addin
Galaxkey File Manager

macOS		 Galaxkey

Android		 Galaxkey

iOS		 Galaxkey



Can't open a GXK 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.GXK”。

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 GXK extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the GXK 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.