File extension chk information
The CHK file extension is a saved file fragment that falls in the category of Misc files. It denotes file fragment normally cleaned from the hard disk using CHKDISK or ScanDisk. The file is stored inside a FOUND folder following a disk scan. Users can delete the file because the file content is moved to a disk. However, the content can be checked using CHK-Mate prior to deletion. Applications associated with this extension include FileCHK or UnCHK, which recover data from the file. DIY DataRecovery CHK-Mate is used in examining the content of this file extension.
Cannot open chk files in Windows?
Not being able to open chk files in Windows may be a result of registry errors or not having the appropriate application installed. It is strongly recommended that you scan your computer for registry errors (free).The CHK file extension has two associations namely the saved file fragment and StarCraft Chunk File. The StarCraft Chunk File association falls in the Game files category. It is an uncompressed StarCraft map inclusive of Blizzard installer CD that is related to .MPQ formatted files like .SCX or .SCM. The programs that open the StarCraft file association include Blizzard StarCraft for both Windows and Mac Operating Systems. Other types of files with the same extension include WordPerfect for Windows, StarCraft Campaign Map, 3D Movie Maker Interface Data File and EpiData Check file.