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Basic information about IPK file

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

There are 7 file types using the IPK file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the IPK file with their brief description and a list of programs that support IPK file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the IPK file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the IPK file?
  • How to open a IPK file?
  • What programs do I need to open a IPK file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a IPK file?
  • How to convert IPK files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to IPK file format?


1.Detail information about IPK file extension: Shana Informed Filler Data

File type Shana Informed Filler Data Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IPK file is a Shana Informed Filler Data. The ipk file extension is associated with Shana Informed Filler by Shana Corporation. Shana was acquired by FileNet in 2003. FileNet was later acquired by IBM in 2006.

The Shana Informed Filler is probably no longer supported.

MIME types:
application/vnd.shana.informed.package

This ipk file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPK files

Windows		 Shana Infromed Filler


2.Detail information about IPK file extension: Itsy Package

File type Itsy Package Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IPK file is a Itsy Package.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPK files

Linux		 Debian software (dpkg)


3.Detail information about IPK file extension: WebGine Internet Package

File type WebGine Internet Package Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IPK file is a WebGine Internet Package.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPK files


4.Detail information about IPK file extension: Nintendo DS Packed Image File

File type Nintendo DS Packed Image File Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IPK file is a Nintendo DS Packed Image File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPK files


5.Detail information about IPK file extension: NRG IPack File

File type NRG IPack File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IPK file is a NRG IPack File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPK files


6.Detail information about IPK file extension: Sharp Zaurus PDA Application Install File

File type Sharp Zaurus PDA Application Install File Category Compressed Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IPK file is a Sharp Zaurus PDA Application Install File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPK files


7.Detail information about IPK file extension: Palm WebOS File

File type Palm WebOS File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IPK file is a Palm WebOS File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IPK files



How to convert another files to IPK file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for another files to IPK file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to IPK conversion, you may use the option.

APK to IPK


Can't open a IPK 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.IPK”。

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 IPK extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the IPK 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.