WAP File Extension

What is WAP file?

Full format name of files that use WAP extension is Wireless Bitmap (level 0) Image Format. WAP file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. WAP file belongs to the Graphic Files category just like 524 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing WAP files is XnView. On the official website of Pierre-Emmanuel Gougelet developer not only will you find detailed information about theXnView software, but also about WAP and other supported file formats.

Programs which support WAP file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support WAP files. WAP 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 WAP extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening WAP files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with WAP files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the XnView

Problems with opening and working with WAP files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with WAP files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the XnView developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit XnView website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of XnView and update if needed

You still cannot access WAP files although XnView is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why WAP files are not compatible with XnView. The most recent version of XnView is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open WAP files to XnView

If you have the latest version of XnView installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage WAP on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the WAP 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 XnView is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open WAP files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WAP extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 WAP extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the WAP 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 WAP file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the WAP file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the WAP is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the WAP file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. WAP file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with WAP extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic WAP file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 WAP 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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Wireless Bitmap (level 0) Image Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle XnView

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with WAP extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Wireless Bitmap (level 0) Image Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WAP files affecting older versions of given software.

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