WMC File Extension

What is WMC file?

WMC filename suffix is mostly used for Corel WordPerfect Macro files. Corel Corporation defined the Corel WordPerfect Macro format standard. Files with WMC extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. WMC file belongs to the Developer Files category just like 1205 other filename extensions listed in our database. WordPerfect Office supports WMC files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Corel Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theWordPerfect Office software, but also about WMC and other supported file formats.

Programs which support WMC file extension

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

Being unable to open files with WMC extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with WMC 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 WMC files.

Step 1. Download and install WordPerfect Office

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports WMC files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download WordPerfect Office and install it on your device. 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. Verify the you have the latest version of WordPerfect Office

If you already have WordPerfect Office installed on your systems and WMC files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. 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 The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with WMC may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of WordPerfect Office is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

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

If you have the latest version of WordPerfect Office installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage WMC on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the WMC 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 WMC files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the WMC file and select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select WordPerfect Office and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with WMC extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the WMC file is complete and free of 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 WMC file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the WMC file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the WMC file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the WMC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the WMC file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the WMC 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. When downloading the file with WMC 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. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Corel WordPerfect Macro file.

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

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

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