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What are NKI files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a NKI file or are you simply curious about its contents? We're here to explain the properties of these files and provide you with software that can open or handle your NKI files.

What is a NKI file?

A .NKI file is a KONTAKT Instrument file.

We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

How to open NKI files

Important: Different programs may use files with the NKI file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your NKI file is, you may need to try a few different programs.

While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested three different NKI openers which you will find listed below.

Last updated: August 20, 2021

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of NKI files. Remember, different programs may use NKI files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.

Native Instruments KontaktNative Instruments KontaktUser submitted
Native Instruments Kontakt2Native Instruments Kontakt2User submitted
Translator FreeTranslator FreeUser submitted

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