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All about SKCARD Files
The SKCARD file type is primarily associated with SideKick for Windows.
What is an SKCARD file?
SKCARD files mostly belong to SideKick for Windows. Now a discoutinued product of Starfish which has been consolidated into Intellisync Corporation. The FAQ that Starfish maintained apparently was not transferred to the Intellisync knowledgebase. Tek-Tips, however, has pointers to other resources.
How do you open SKCARD files?
You need a suitable software like SideKick for Windows to open an SKCARD file. You need a suitable software like SideKick for Windows to open an SKCARD 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 SKCARD file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a SKCARD file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.
Online SKCARD Text Viewer
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.SKCARD File Not Opening? How to Fix It:
Because .SKCARD files can originate from different programs, they aren't universally openable.
- Identify the Source: Files from legacy contact workflows or older PCs often suggest a SideKick for Windows Card File.
- Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text editor or hex viewer:
- Readable names or addresses suggest an unencrypted database.
- "PK" indicates a standard ZIP archive.
- Random binary data implies a proprietary legacy format.
- Use the Original Software: You usually need the original app, like Borland SideKick for Windows or Starfish SideKick. If uncertain, ask the sender.
- Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file here to detect its format, extract readable text, and preview contents when possible.
Technical Data for SKCARD File Extension
Program ID:
ISidekick.skcard
Related links:
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: ISidekick.skcard, FileType: Sidekick File, AppName: Sidekick 98
ProgramID: ISidekick.skcard
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Starfish\Sidekick 98\PROGRAM\SIDEKICK.EXE %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Starfish\Sidekick 98\PROGRAM\SIDEKICK.EXE %1
an skcard Card File is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.
How to solve problems with SKCARD files
- Associate the SKCARD file extension with the correct application.
- Update your software that should actually open card files. Because only the current version supports the latest SKCARD file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available SideKick for Windows update.
- To make sure that your SKCARD file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
- Click here to open your .SKCARD file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.