WP3 File Extension

What is WP3 file?

Files with the WP3 extension belong to the category of project files. What do WP3 files contain? WP3 file contents were projects generated using an application named Photo Story. This application was used for creating multimedia slideshow presentations, thus, WP3 files could store images, soundtracks, text blocks, as well as effects and comments. The dedicated software enabled the export of presentations from WP3 files to the WMV format. Nowadays, WP3 files are considered to be obsolete and are encountered sporadically.

Programs which support WP3 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support WP3 files. Files with WP3 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.

Updated: 03/05/2024

How to open file with WP3 extension?

Being unable to open files with WP3 extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with WP3 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 Photo Story

Problems with opening and working with WP3 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with WP3 files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Photo Story. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Photo Story installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Photo Story and update if needed

You still cannot access WP3 files although Photo Story is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Photo Story installed, it may not support WP3 format. The most recent version of Photo Story is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Microsoft Photo Story Project Format files with Photo Story

If you have the latest version of Photo Story installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage WP3 on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the WP3 file and choose Open with option
• 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 Photo Story is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open WP3 files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected WP3 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Photo Story and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with WP3 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the WP3 is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the WP3 file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the WP3 in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the WP3 is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the WP3 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the WP3 file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the WP3 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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. When downloading the file with WP3 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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. Check whether your system can handle Photo Story

If the systems has insufficient resources to open WP3 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 Microsoft Photo Story Project Format 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 WP3 files affecting older versions of given software.

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