W51 File Extension

What is W51 file?

Full format name of files that use W51 extension is Corel WordPerfect 5.1 Document. Corel WordPerfect 5.1 Document specification was created by Corel Corporation. W51 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. W51 file belongs to the Document Files category just like 574 other filename extensions listed in our database. WordPerfect Office is by far the most used program for working with W51 files. On the official website of Corel Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theWordPerfect Office software, but also about W51 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support W51 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support W51 files. Files with W51 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.

How to open file with W51 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening W51 files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Corel WordPerfect 5.1 Document files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install WordPerfect Office software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening W51 files is that no program that can handle W51 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download WordPerfect Office and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. 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. Update WordPerfect Office to the latest version

If the problems with opening W51 files still occur even after installing WordPerfect Office, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of WordPerfect Office is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why W51 files are not compatible with WordPerfect Office. 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. Assign WordPerfect Office to W51 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 W51 on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the W51 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• 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 W51 files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected W51 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with W51 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the W51 for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the W51 file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The W51 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 W51 file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the W51 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 W51 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 W51 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative 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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support W51 files. Close all running programs and try opening the W51 file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Corel WordPerfect 5.1 Document files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the W51 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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