WGF File Extension

What is WGF file?

WGF filename suffix is mostly used for Widelands Game Format files. Widelands Game Format format was developed by The Widelands Development Team. WGF file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. WGF file format, along with 1509 other file formats, belongs to the Game Files category. The most popular program for handling WGF files is Widelands, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format. Software named Widelands was created by Widelands Development Team. In order to find more detailed information on the software and WGF files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support WGF file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 3 operating systems that support WGF files. Files with WGF 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 WGF extension?

Being unable to open files with WGF extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Widelands Game Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Widelands

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WGF files is that no program that can handle WGF files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Widelands. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WGF files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Widelands website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of Widelands and update if needed

If you already have Widelands installed on your systems and WGF files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. 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 Widelands installed, it may not support WGF 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 Widelands.

Step 3. Associate Widelands Game Format files with Widelands

After installing Widelands (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open WGF 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 WGF file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Widelands is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open WGF files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected WGF file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Widelands and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with WGF extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the WGF for errors

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

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the WGF file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the WGF file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. WGF file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the WGF file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with WGF extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Widelands Game Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Widelands

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with WGF extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Widelands Game Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle WGF files.

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