MES File Extension

What is MES file?

MES is a file extension commonly associated with Corel WordPerfect Macro Editor Work Space files. Corel Corporation defined the Corel WordPerfect Macro Editor Work Space format standard. MES files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with MES extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Users are advised to use WordPerfect Office software for managing MES files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. WordPerfect Office software was developed by Corel Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about MES files or the WordPerfect Office software program.

Programs which support MES file extension

The following listing features MES-compatible programs. MES files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with MES extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening MES files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with MES files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with MES files.

Step 1. Download and install WordPerfect Office

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports MES files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download WordPerfect Office and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download WordPerfect Office installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Corel Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

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

If you already have WordPerfect Office installed on your systems and MES files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. 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 The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with MES may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of WordPerfect Office is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign WordPerfect Office to MES files

If you have the latest version of WordPerfect Office installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage MES on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the MES file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open MES files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected MES file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with MES extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the MES file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The MES may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the MES file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. MES file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the MES file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with MES extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle WordPerfect Office

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support MES files. Close all running programs and try opening the MES file.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Corel WordPerfect Macro Editor Work Space files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with MES files affecting older versions of given software.

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