WR! File Extension

What is WR! file?

Full format name of files that use WR! extension is Compressed Lotus Spreadsheet. IBM defined the Compressed Lotus Spreadsheet format standard. WR! file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. WR! file format, along with 100 other file formats, belongs to the Spreadsheet Files category. The most popular software that supports WR! files is Lotus 1-2-3. Lotus 1-2-3 software was developed by IBM, and on its official website you may find more information about WR! files or the Lotus 1-2-3 software program.

Programs which support WR! file extension

The following listing features WR!-compatible programs. Files with WR! 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 WR! extension?

Problems with accessing WR! may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with WR! files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Lotus 1-2-3

Problems with opening and working with WR! files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with WR! files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Lotus 1-2-3 and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Lotus 1-2-3 installed is by going to developer’s website (IBM) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Lotus 1-2-3

You still cannot access WR! files although Lotus 1-2-3 is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Lotus 1-2-3 cannot handle files with WR! may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Lotus 1-2-3 is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Lotus 1-2-3 to WR! files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate WR! files with latest version of Lotus 1-2-3 you have installed 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 WR! file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Lotus 1-2-3 is installed, check the Always use this app to open WR! files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Check the WR! for 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 WR! file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The WR! may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the WR! 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 WR! file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the WR! 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. It could happen the the download process of file with WR! extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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. Check whether your system can handle Lotus 1-2-3

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Compressed Lotus Spreadsheet files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WR! files affecting older versions of given software.

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