WKB File Extension

What is WKB file?

WKB is a file extension commonly associated with Corel WordPerfect Document files. Corel WordPerfect Document format was developed by Corel Corporation. WKB file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. WKB file format, along with 574 other file formats, belongs to the Document Files category. WordPerfect Office supports WKB files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. WordPerfect Office software was developed by Corel Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about WKB files or the WordPerfect Office software program.

Programs which support WKB file extension

The following listing features WKB-compatible programs. Files with WKB 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 WKB extension?

Being unable to open files with WKB extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with WKB 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. Download and install WordPerfect Office

Problems with opening and working with WKB files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with WKB files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the WordPerfect Office 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 WordPerfect Office website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update WordPerfect Office to the latest version

You still cannot access WKB files although WordPerfect Office is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with WKB may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using WordPerfect Office.

Step 3. Assign WordPerfect Office to WKB files

After installing WordPerfect Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open WKB files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the WKB file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open WKB files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the WKB file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 WKB extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the WKB file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the WKB file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

Should it happed that the WKB is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. WKB file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the WKB 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. It could happen the the download process of file with WKB 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 Corel WordPerfect Document file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle WordPerfect Office

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Corel WordPerfect Document files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WKB files affecting older versions of given software.

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