All about AKS Files

The AKS file type is primarily associated with Aksharamala.

AKSFile Extension AKS
File extension: AKS
File type:  Ver 2.0 Binary Keymap File

What is an AKS file

AKS files mostly belong to Aksharamala by Deshweb.com Pvt. Ltd. Aksharamala is a standards-based input mechanism that allows you to use an English keyboard to input text in Indian Languages. The characters you type in English are automatically transliterated to the language of your choice.

How to open AKS files

You need a suitable software like Aksharamala to open an AKS file. You need a suitable software like Aksharamala from Deshweb.com Pvt. Ltd. to open an AKS file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your AKS file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a AKS file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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.AKS File Won't Open? Here is What You Can Do

Since .AKS files originate from various programs, they aren't universally openable.

  1. Identify the Source: A file from a musician is likely an Arkos Tracker audio module, while one from a localization workflow suggests an Aksharamala binary keymap.
  2. Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes using a text or hex editor:
    • Readable text indicates an AkAbak Script.
    • Unreadable binary data suggests an Arkos Tracker module or Aksharamala keymap.
    • "PK" means it is a ZIP archive.
  3. Use the Original Software: You usually need the original program, like Arkos Tracker, Aksharamala, or AkAbak; if unsure, ask the sender.
  4. Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your .AKS file into our viewer to detect its format, extract readable text, and preview the contents.

Technical Data for AKS File Extension

Related files:
aks1, aks3, aksw, pdf, akm, aab

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: QZ4..aks
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QuickZip4\QuickZip.exe %1

ProgramID: Qzip.aks
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QuickZip\Runner.exe %1 Qzip.arj

ProgramID: Qzip.aks
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\QuickZip\QuickZip.exe


an aks Ver 2.0 Binary Keymap File is a special file format by Deshweb.com Pvt. Ltd. and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with AKS files

  • Associate the AKS file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open ver 2.0 binary keymap files. Because only the current version supports the latest AKS file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Deshweb.com Pvt. Ltd. manufacturer website after an available Aksharamala update.
  • To make sure that your AKS file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .AKS file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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