WCD File Extension

What is WCD file?

WCD is a file extension commonly associated with Works Calendar Format files. Works Calendar Format specification was created by Microsoft. Files with WCD extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with WCD extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. The most popular program for handling WCD files is Microsoft Works, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format. Software named Microsoft Works was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and WCD files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support WCD file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support WCD files. Files with WCD 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 WCD extension?

Problems with accessing WCD may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with WCD 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 WCD files.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft Works

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports WCD files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Microsoft Works or one to the listed programs: WordPerfect Office. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Microsoft Works installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Works to the latest version

If the problems with opening WCD files still occur even after installing Microsoft Works, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Works is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Microsoft Works installed, it may not support WCD 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 Works.

Step 3. Associate Works Calendar Format files with Microsoft Works

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the WCD file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Works installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open WCD files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the WCD file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• 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 WCD extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the WCD is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper WCD file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

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

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

Did you receive the WCD 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. It could happen the the download process of file with WCD 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Works Calendar Format file.

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

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Works Calendar Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle WCD files.

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