WTR File Extension

What is WTR file?

WTR filename suffix is mostly used for Encarta Format files. Encarta Format format was developed by Microsoft. WTR files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. WTR file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Encarta software for managing WTR files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support WTR file extension

The list that follows enumerates programs compatible with WTR files, divided into 2 categories based on operating system on which they are available. Files with WTR 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 WTR extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening WTR files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Encarta Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Encarta

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WTR files is that no program that can handle WTR files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Encarta developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WTR files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Encarta installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Encarta

If you already have Encarta installed on your systems and WTR files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of Encarta installed, it may not support WTR format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Encarta.

Step 3. Associate Encarta Format files with Encarta

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

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the WTR file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Encarta is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open WTR files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the WTR file and select 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 WTR extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the WTR 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 WTR file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the WTR is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the WTR file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the WTR file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. It could happen the the download process of file with WTR extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Encarta Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Encarta

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

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 Encarta Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WTR files affecting older versions of given software.

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