WCH File Extension

What is WCH file?

WCH filename suffix is mostly used for Corel WordPerfect Macro Facility files. Corel Corporation defined the Corel WordPerfect Macro Facility format standard. WCH file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. WCH file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular program for handling WCH files is WordPerfect Office, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Corel Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theWordPerfect Office software, but also about WCH and other supported file formats.

Programs which support WCH file extension

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

Being unable to open files with WCH extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with WCH files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with WCH files.

Step 1. Get the WordPerfect Office

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WCH files is that no program that can handle WCH files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install WordPerfect Office. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading WordPerfect Office installed is by going to developer’s website (Corel Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of WordPerfect Office and update if needed

If the problems with opening WCH files still occur even after installing WordPerfect Office, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of WordPerfect Office 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 WordPerfect Office installed, it may not support WCH format. The latest version of WordPerfect Office should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open WCH files to WordPerfect Office

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate WCH files with latest version of WordPerfect Office you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the WCH file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed, check the Always use this app to open WCH files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected WCH file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• 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 WCH extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the WCH for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the WCH file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the WCH in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the WCH is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the WCH 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 WCH 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. When downloading the file with WCH extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

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 Corel WordPerfect Macro Facility file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open WordPerfect Office

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

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 Corel WordPerfect Macro Facility files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WCH files affecting older versions of given software.

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