WPD1 File Extension

What is WPD1 file?

Full format name of files that use WPD1 extension is Corel WordPerfect 1 For Mac Document. Files with WPD1 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with WPD1 extension are categorized as Document Files files. The Document Files subset comprises 574 various file formats. The most popular software that supports WPD1 files is WordPerfect Office. WordPerfect Office software was developed by Corel Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about WPD1 files or the WordPerfect Office software program.

Programs which support WPD1 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support WPD1 files. Files with WPD1 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 WPD1 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening WPD1 files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with WPD1 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. Get the WordPerfect Office

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports WPD1 files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the WordPerfect Office developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WPD1 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading WordPerfect Office installed is by going to developer’s website (Corel Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of WordPerfect Office

If the problems with opening WPD1 files still occur even after installing WordPerfect Office, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of WordPerfect Office is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with WPD1 may be that the software is outdated.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 WPD1 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 WPD1 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.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the WPD1 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 WordPerfect Office installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open WPD1 files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WPD1 extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select WordPerfect Office and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with WPD1 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the WPD1 for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the WPD1 file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the WPD1 in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the WPD1 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. If the scanner detected that the WPD1 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the WPD1 file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic WPD1 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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. If the WPD1 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run 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 WPD1 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Corel WordPerfect 1 For Mac Document file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WPD1 files affecting older versions of given software.

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