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Basic information about KEY file

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

There are 11 file types using the KEY file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the KEY file with their brief description and a list of programs that support KEY file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the KEY file extension. It answers questions such as:

What is the KEY file?
How to open a KEY file?
What programs do I need to open a KEY file?
What programs help to create and edit a KEY file?
How to convert KEY files to another file format?
How to convert another files to KEY file format?

1.Detail information about KEY file extension: LightWave License File

Software programs that will open, edit or convert KEY files
File type	LightWave License File	Category	Misc Files
Developer	NewTek	File format	N/A
Description	KEY file is a LightWave License File developed by NewTek. Software registration file used by LightWave, a professional 3D rendering application; stores the 16-digit license key and enables users to have a legal copy of the software.
Windows	NewTek LightWave 3D
macOS	NewTek LightWave 3D

2.Detail information about KEY file extension: Software License Key File

Software programs that will open, edit or convert KEY files
File type	Software License Key File	Category	Misc Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	KEY file is a Software License Key File.
Windows	Used by various programs

3.Detail information about KEY file extension: Security Key

Software programs that will open, edit or convert KEY files
File type	Security Key	Category	System Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	KEY file is a Security Key.
Windows	Various programs that save registration information
macOS	Various programs that save registration information

4.Detail information about KEY file extension: Keynote Presentation

Software programs that will open, edit or convert KEY files
File type	Keynote Presentation	Category	Data Files
Developer	Apple	File format	Zip
Description	KEY file is a Keynote Presentation developed by Apple.
Windows	File Viewer Plus
macOS	Apple Keynote Apple Preview
iOS	Apple Keynote

5.Detail information about KEY file extension: Keyboard Definition File

Software programs that will open, edit or convert KEY files
File type	Keyboard Definition File	Category	Settings Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	KEY file is a Keyboard Definition File.
Windows	Software Entire Connection Programs that support custom keyboard shortcuts
macOS	Programs that support custom keyboard shortcuts

6.Detail information about KEY file extension: Microsoft Windows 7 Registry Key

Software programs that will open, edit or convert KEY files
File type	Microsoft Windows 7 Registry Key	Category	System Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	KEY file is a Microsoft Windows 7 Registry Key.
Windows	Registry Workshop Microsoft Windows NotePad Windows Registry Editor Registry Workshop Microsoft Windows 7 Microsoft Windows 8 Microsoft Windows 10

7.Detail information about KEY file extension: OS/2 Archive Key

Software programs that will open, edit or convert KEY files
File type	OS/2 Archive Key	Category	Compressed Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	KEY file is a OS/2 Archive Key.

8.Detail information about KEY file extension: ArcView Geocoding Matching Keys

Software programs that will open, edit or convert KEY files
File type	ArcView Geocoding Matching Keys	Category	GIS Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	KEY file is a ArcView Geocoding Matching Keys.
Windows	ArcGIS for Desktop Basic (ArcView) ENVI

9.Detail information about KEY file extension: DataCAD Custom Toolbar File

Software programs that will open, edit or convert KEY files
File type	DataCAD Custom Toolbar File	Category	Settings Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	KEY file is a DataCAD Custom Toolbar File.
Windows	DataCAD

10.Detail information about KEY file extension: Avira AntiVir Personal License Key

Software programs that will open, edit or convert KEY files
File type	Avira AntiVir Personal License Key	Category	Encoded Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	KEY file is a Avira AntiVir Personal License Key.
Windows	Avira AntiVir Personal Avira AntiVir Premium Avira Premium Security Suite

11.Detail information about KEY file extension: BioWare Infinity And Aurora Game Engine Resource File

Software programs that will open, edit or convert KEY files
File type	BioWare Infinity And Aurora Game Engine Resource File	Category	Game Files
Developer	N/A	File format	N/A
Description	KEY file is a BioWare Infinity And Aurora Game Engine Resource File.
Windows	Baldur's Gate Neverwinter Nights Baldur's Gate II Planescape: Torment Icewind Dale

How to convert KEY files to another file format?

There are 7 records in our database eligible for KEY files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve KEY to another files conversion, you may use the option.

KEY to DOC	KEY to KEYNOTE	KEY to PDF	KEY to PPS
KEY to PPT	KEY to PPTX	KEY to TXT

How to convert another files to KEY file format?

There are 7 records in our database eligible for another files to KEY file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to KEY conversion, you may use the option.

TXT to KEY	PPT to KEY	PPTX to KEY	KEYNOTE to KEY
PPS to KEY	PDF to KEY	XDF to KEY

Can't open a KEY 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.KEY”。

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 KEY extension without any issue.

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

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

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

If the KEY 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.