WPC File Extension

What is WPC file?

WPC is a file extension commonly associated with WordPad Converter Format files. Microsoft defined the WordPad Converter Format format standard. WPC file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with WPC extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. Microsoft Word supports WPC files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. Microsoft Word software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about WPC files or the Microsoft Word software program.

Programs which support WPC file extension

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

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening WPC files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with WPC files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Word software

Problems with opening and working with WPC files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with WPC files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install Microsoft Word or one to the listed programs: WordPad. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Microsoft Word installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Word and update if needed

If the problems with opening WPC files still occur even after installing Microsoft Word, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Word is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Microsoft Word cannot handle files with WPC may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Microsoft Word should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open WPC files to Microsoft Word

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the WPC with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Word installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open WPC files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WPC extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Microsoft Word and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with WPC extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the WPC is not faulty

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 WPC file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the WPC file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. WPC file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the WPC 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. If the WPC file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the WordPad Converter Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Word

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with WordPad Converter 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 WPC files affecting older versions of given software.

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