WA~ File Extension

What is WA~ file?

WA~ is a file extension commonly associated with Microsoft Address Book files. WA~ file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with WA~ extension are categorized as Archive Files files. The Archive Files subset comprises 619 various file formats. Users are advised to use Microsoft Outlook Express software for managing WA~ files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. Microsoft Outlook Express software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about WA~ files or the Microsoft Outlook Express software program.

Programs which support WA~ file extension

The following listing features WA~-compatible programs. Files with WA~ suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with WA~ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening WA~ files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with WA~ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with WA~ files.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft Outlook Express

Problems with opening and working with WA~ files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with WA~ files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft Outlook Express or one of the recommended programs (for example, Microsoft Outlook) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WA~ files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Microsoft Outlook Express website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Outlook Express to the latest version

If the problems with opening WA~ files still occur even after installing Microsoft Outlook Express, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Outlook Express is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Microsoft Outlook Express installed, it may not support WA~ format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Outlook Express.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Outlook Express to WA~ files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate WA~ files with latest version of Microsoft Outlook Express you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the WA~ with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Outlook Express is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open WA~ files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected WA~ 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....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with WA~ extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the WA~ is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the WA~ file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the WA~ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the WA~ file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the WA~ file’s structure is intact

If the WA~ file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with WA~ extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Microsoft Address Book file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Microsoft Outlook Express

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Microsoft Address Book files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle WA~ files.

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