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Basic information about SFK file

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

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


1.Detail information about SFK file extension: Sound Forge Pro Audio Peak File

File type Sound Forge Pro Audio Peak File Category Audio Files
Developer MAGIX File format N/A
Description SFK file is a Sound Forge Pro Audio Peak File developed by MAGIX. An SFK file stores the waveform image of an audio wave (.WAV) file saved by Sound Forge Pro, MAGIX VEGAS, or a Sony digital media device. It is created automatically when an audio file is opened with Sound Forge Pro or Vegas. SFK files are stored in the same folder with the same name as the audio file, but with ".sfk" added after the original extension.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SFK files

Windows		 MAGIX Sound Forge Pro 11
MAGIX ACID Pro 7
MAGIX VEGAS Pro 15



How to convert SFK files to another file format?

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

SFK to MP3 SFK to MP4


How to convert another files to SFK file format?

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

MP3 to SFK


Can't open a SFK 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.SFK”。

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 SFK extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SFK 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.