LAB File Extension

What is LAB file?

Files with LAB extension store label projects created with WordPerfect. LAB projects can be printed using dedicated label printers or conventional printing devices, and can be used as project template files. LAB files store label projects along with additional printing settings.

Labeling

Labeling is a complex and somewhat difficult process. Although some label project standards exists, most label printing devices use custom project definitions. Different industries use different label definitions and label printing methods. Larger companies typically employ a label designers who are responsible for designing labels based on some predefined requirements.

Programs which support LAB file extension

Programs that can handle LAB files are as follows. Files with LAB extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

Updated: 07/23/2022

How to open file with LAB extension?

Problems with accessing LAB may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to WordPerfect Label Definition Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the WordPerfect Office

Problems with opening and working with LAB files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with LAB files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install WordPerfect Office. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading WordPerfect Office installed is by going to developer’s website (Corel Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of WordPerfect Office

You still cannot access LAB files although WordPerfect Office is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with LAB may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using WordPerfect Office.

Step 3. Set the default application to open LAB files to WordPerfect Office

After installing WordPerfect Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open LAB files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the LAB file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed, check the Always use this app to open LAB files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the LAB file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with LAB extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the LAB file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the LAB file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the LAB in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the LAB file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the LAB file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the LAB file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the LAB file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with LAB extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open WordPerfect Office

If the systems has insufficient resources to open LAB files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with WordPerfect Label Definition Format file. It may be the case that the LAB files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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