.KRA~ File Extension

Krita Image Backup

Developer	Krita
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Category	Raster Image Files
Format	.KRA~
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What is an KRA~ file?

The .KRA~ file extension denotes a backup file created by Krita, an open-source digital painting application. These files serve as a backup for .kra files, which are the primary project files used by Krita. The backup files help prevent data loss by storing snapshots of the .kra files at various points in time.

More Information.

The .KRA~ file extension was introduced as part of Krita’s robust data protection mechanisms. Its primary purpose is to create backup copies of ongoing projects. This feature helps users recover their work if the original .kra file becomes corrupted or if there are unexpected crashes during editing.

Origin Of This File.

Krita, developed by the Krita Foundation, is a popular application for digital painting and illustration. The .KRA~ file extension is part of Krita’s functionality to ensure that users have backup copies of their work to recover from unintended data loss or corruption.

File Structure Technical Specification.

File Format: The .KRA~ file is a backup copy of a .kra file.
File Structure: It follows the same internal structure as a .kra file but with a tilde ~ appended to the extension. Internally, it contains compressed and serialized data including layers, settings, and other project components.
Technical Specification: Since it is a backup file, it uses the same compression and encoding methods as .kra files, which are typically based on ZIP compression and XML for metadata.

How to Convert the File?

Windows

Open File Explorer: Navigate to the folder containing the .KRA~ file.
Rename the File: Right-click on the .KRA~ file and select “Rename,” or select the file and press F2.
Change the Extension: Replace .KRA~ with .kra and press Enter. Confirm any prompts about changing the file extension.
Open with Krita: Open Krita and use the “Open” dialog to open the renamed .kra file.

Linux

Open Terminal: Navigate to the directory containing the .KRA~ file.
Rename the File: Use the mv command to rename the file.
Open with Krita: Open Krita and use the “Open” dialog to access the renamed .kra file.

macOS

Open Finder: Navigate to the folder with the .KRA~ file.
Rename the File: Click on the file name, wait for it to become editable, and change the extension from .KRA~ to .kra.
Confirm Change: Confirm the extension change if prompted.
Open with Krita: Open Krita and use the “Open” dialog to access the renamed .kra file.

Android

Direct Conversion Not Available: Krita does not have a native Android app, so .KRA~ files cannot be directly converted or opened on Android devices.

iOS

Direct Conversion Not Available: Krita does not have a native iOS app, so .KRA~ files cannot be directly converted or opened on iOS devices.

Others (e.g., Non-Krita Software)

Convert by Renaming: For systems or software that do not support .KRA~ files directly, renaming the extension to .kra is the best approach.
Use Krita: Open the renamed .kra file in Krita if possible, or in another compatible environment where Krita files are supported.

Advantages And Disadvantages.

Advantages:
- Data Recovery: Provides a safety net by storing backup versions of work.
- Ease of Use: Automatically created by Krita, requiring no manual intervention.
- Version Control: Helps in recovering previous states of a project.
Disadvantages:
- Storage Space: Backup files consume additional disk space.
- Potential Confusion: Users might be confused by the presence of multiple backup files and their management.

How to Open KRA~?

Open In Windows

Using Krita: Rename the .KRA~ file to .kra and open it with Krita on Windows.

Open In Linux

Using Krita: Rename the .KRA~ file to .kra and open it with Krita on Linux.

Open In MAC

Using Krita: Rename the .KRA~ file to .kra and open it with Krita on macOS.

Open In Android

Krita for Android: Currently, Krita does not have an official version for Android. Thus, .KRA~ files are not directly supported on Android devices.

Open In IOS

Krita for iOS: Krita does not have an official iOS version, so .KRA~ files are not natively supported on iOS devices.

Open in Others

Non-Krita Software: Other image editing software typically does not support .KRA~ files. The files are specifically designed to be used with Krita, so using alternative software may not be feasible.