WBDP File Extension

What is WBDP file?

WBDP filename suffix is mostly used for ANSYS Workbench Project Global files. ANSYS Inc. defined the ANSYS Workbench Project Global format standard. Files with WBDP extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. WBDP file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports WBDP files is ANSYS Workbench platform. ANSYS Workbench platform software was developed by ANSYS Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about WBDP files or the ANSYS Workbench platform software program.

Programs which support WBDP file extension

The following listing features WBDP-compatible programs. Files with WBDP 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 WBDP extension?

Being unable to open files with WBDP extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with WBDP extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the ANSYS Workbench platform

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WBDP files is that no program that can handle WBDP files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download ANSYS Workbench platform and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading ANSYS Workbench platform installed is by going to developer’s website (ANSYS Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of ANSYS Workbench platform

If you already have ANSYS Workbench platform installed on your systems and WBDP files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that ANSYS Workbench platform cannot handle files with WBDP may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of ANSYS Workbench platform should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign ANSYS Workbench platform to WBDP files

After installing ANSYS Workbench platform (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open WBDP files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the WBDP file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where ANSYS Workbench platform is installed, check the Always use this app to open WBDP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected WBDP file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select ANSYS Workbench platform and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with WBDP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the WBDP for errors

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

1. Check the WBDP file for viruses or malware

If the WBDP is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the WBDP file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the WBDP 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 WBDP file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with WBDP 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.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the ANSYS Workbench Project Global file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run ANSYS Workbench platform

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support WBDP files. Close all running programs and try opening the WBDP 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 ANSYS Workbench Project Global 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 WBDP files affecting older versions of given software.

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