WPJ File Extension

What is WPJ file?

WPJ filename suffix is mostly used for Microsoft Works Wizard files. Microsoft Works Wizard format was developed by Microsoft Corporation. WPJ files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. WPJ file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing WPJ files is Microsoft Works. Software named Microsoft Works was created by Microsoft Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and WPJ files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support WPJ file extension

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

How to open file with WPJ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening WPJ files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with WPJ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Microsoft Works software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports WPJ files installed on the system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Microsoft Works and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Works installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Works to the latest version

If you already have Microsoft Works installed on your systems and WPJ files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why WPJ files are not compatible with Microsoft Works. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Works.

Step 3. Set the default application to open WPJ files to Microsoft Works

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Works installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage WPJ 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

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

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WPJ extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with WPJ extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the WPJ is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the WPJ file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the WPJ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the WPJ file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the WPJ file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with WPJ extension is complete and error-free

If the WPJ file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the WPJ 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 Microsoft Works Wizard file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Works

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with WPJ extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 Works Wizard files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the WPJ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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