WDX File Extension

What is WDX file?

WDX filename suffix is mostly used for Total Commander Content Plugin files. Total Commander Content Plugin format was developed by Ghisler Software GmbH. Files with WDX extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with WDX extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Total Commander is by far the most used program for working with WDX files. Software named Total Commander was created by Ghisler Software GmbH. In order to find more detailed information on the software and WDX files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support WDX file extension

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

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening WDX files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with WDX extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install Total Commander software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WDX files is that no program that can handle WDX files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Total Commander developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Total Commander website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Total Commander to the latest version

If the problems with opening WDX files still occur even after installing Total Commander, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Total Commander is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why WDX files are not compatible with Total Commander. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Total Commander.

Step 3. Assign Total Commander to WDX files

After installing Total Commander (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open WDX files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the WDX file
• 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 Total Commander is installed, check the Always use this app to open WDX files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the WDX file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select Total Commander and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with WDX extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the WDX is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the WDX file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the WDX file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the WDX is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the WDX file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the WDX file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the WDX file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. If the WDX file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 Total Commander Content Plugin file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Total Commander

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

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