.PKG File Type
File extension: PKG or .pkg
Author of the .pkg file extension: Apple Computer / Symbian
Category: Installer file
Programs that use the .pkg file type: Mac OS X / Symbian OS mobile phones
Explanation of .pkg file extensions:
The .pkg file extension stands for package. This file is a package that contains compressed installer files that are used to install a software program. PKG files are usually used for installing software in the Mac OS X. PKG files can be installed individually or they can be referenced by the software’s installer script.
PKG files are also used by the Symbian OS which is an operating system used for mobile phones.
Typical problems associated with the .pkg file extension:
One of the most common problems with .pkg files is when the file association gets mixed up or the file becomes corrupt.
Solutions/Recommendations:
To activate a PKG file for installing files, double-clicking the package usually starts the process.
However, occasionally the file association gets mixed up making it necessary to reset the association. For Macintosh PKG files, right click the file and choose Open With. Choose the Macintosh Installer from the list.
If you want to view the PKG file’s contents, right-click, or control-click the PKG file and select "Show Package Contents."
File corruption could be a possible problem if Installer is having errors with the PKG file. In this case, try downloading a fresh copy of the installation program.
Associated links:
Symbian - http://www.symbian.com/developer/techlib/v8.1adocs/doc_source/n1032a/installing-ref/PKG_format/index.html
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