WBMP File Extension

What is WBMP file?

WBMP filename suffix is mostly used for Wireless Bitmap Image Format files. Files with WBMP extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. WBMP file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. Adobe Photoshop supports WBMP files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 10 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Adobe Systems Incorporated developer not only will you find detailed information about theAdobe Photoshop software, but also about WBMP and other supported file formats.

Programs which support WBMP file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with WBMP files, divided into 3 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with WBMP 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 WBMP extension?

Being unable to open files with WBMP extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with WBMP files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Adobe Photoshop software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports WBMP files installed on the system. This one is an easy one. Select Adobe Photoshop or one of the recommended programs (for example, ACDSee, PaintShop Pro, Inkscape) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Adobe Photoshop installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Adobe Systems Incorporated website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Adobe Photoshop

You still cannot access WBMP files although Adobe Photoshop 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. The reason that Adobe Photoshop cannot handle files with WBMP may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Adobe Photoshop should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Wireless Bitmap Image Format files with Adobe Photoshop

After installing Adobe Photoshop (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open WBMP 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 WBMP file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Adobe Photoshop is installed, check the Always use this app to open WBMP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the WBMP file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Adobe Photoshop and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with WBMP extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the WBMP for errors

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

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

If the WBMP 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. WBMP file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Wireless Bitmap Image Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Adobe Photoshop

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with WBMP 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 Image Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WBMP files affecting older versions of given software.

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