WD File Extension

What is WD file?

Full format name of files that use WD extension is Earth 2140-2160 Game Archive. Earth 2140-2160 Game Archive format was developed by Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.. WD file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. WD file belongs to the Game Files category just like 1509 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling WD files is Earth 2150, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Software named Earth 2150 was created by TopWare. In order to find more detailed information on the software and WD files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support WD file extension

Programs that can handle WD files are as follows. WD 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 WD extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening WD files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with WD 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 WD files.

Step 1. Install Earth 2150 software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WD files is that no program that can handle WD files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Earth 2150 or different compatible program, such as Earth 2160 World Creator. 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 Earth 2150 installed is by going to developer’s website (TopWare) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Earth 2150

If the problems with opening WD files still occur even after installing Earth 2150, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Earth 2150 is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Earth 2150 cannot handle files with WD may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Earth 2150 is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Earth 2150 to WD files

If you have the latest version of Earth 2150 installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage WD on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the WD 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 Earth 2150 is installed, check the Always use this app to open WD files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the WD file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Earth 2150 and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with WD extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the WD for errors

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 WD file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the WD is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the WD file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the WD file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the WD 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. If the WD file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Earth 2150

If the systems has insufficient resources to open WD files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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 Earth 2140-2160 Game Archive files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle WD files.

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