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Basic information about CKT file

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

There are 4 file types using the CKT file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CKT file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CKT file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CKT file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CKT file?
  • How to open a CKT file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CKT file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CKT file?
  • How to convert CKT files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CKT file format?


1.Detail information about CKT file extension: CADKEY Template File

File type CADKEY Template File Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CKT file is a CADKEY Template File. The ckt file extension is also related to CADKEY 2D, a CAD software and used for its default template format. Used for settings that can be used to quickly create with same parameters.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CKT files

Windows		 CADKEY


2.Detail information about CKT file extension: CircuitMaker File

File type CircuitMaker File Category Data Files
Developer Altium File format N/A
Description CKT file is a CircuitMaker File developed by Altium.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CKT files

Windows		 Altium Designer
MicroCode CircuitMaker (discontinued)


3.Detail information about CKT file extension: B2 Spice Circuit Design

File type B2 Spice Circuit Design Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CKT file is a B2 Spice Circuit Design.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CKT files

Windows		 B2 Spice


4.Detail information about CKT file extension: Crocodile Clips File

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

Windows		 Crocodile Clips



How to convert CKT files to another file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for CKT files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve CKT to another files conversion, you may use the option.

CKT to CKD CKT to PTN


Can't open a CKT 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.CKT”。

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 CKT extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CKT 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.