YG2 File Extension

What is YG2 file?

YG2 is a file extension commonly associated with Corel Paradox Secondary Index files. Corel Paradox Secondary Index format was developed by Corel Corporation. YG2 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with YG2 extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. WordPerfect Office supports YG2 files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. WordPerfect Office software was developed by Corel Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about YG2 files or the WordPerfect Office software program.

Programs which support YG2 file extension

The following listing features YG2-compatible programs. Files with YG2 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 YG2 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening YG2 files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with YG2 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 WordPerfect Office

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports YG2 files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install WordPerfect Office or one to the listed programs: Corel Paradox. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support YG2 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problems with opening YG2 files still occur even after installing WordPerfect Office, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software.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. If you have an older version of WordPerfect Office installed, it may not support YG2 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 WordPerfect Office.

Step 3. Associate Corel Paradox Secondary Index files with WordPerfect Office

After installing WordPerfect Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open YG2 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the YG2 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
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open YG2 files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected YG2 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with YG2 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the YG2 is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the YG2 file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. The YG2 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the YG2 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. YG2 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with YG2 extension is complete and error-free

If the YG2 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. When downloading the file with YG2 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Corel Paradox Secondary Index file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open 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 YG2 extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Corel Paradox Secondary Index files. It may be the case that the YG2 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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