WK3 File Extension

What is WK3 file?

Full format name of files that use WK3 extension is Lotus 3 Worksheet. IBM defined the Lotus 3 Worksheet format standard. Files with WK3 extension may be used by programs distributed for Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with WK3 extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. The most popular program for handling WK3 files is Lotus 1-2-3, but users can choose among 5 different programs that support this file format. Lotus 1-2-3 software was developed by IBM, and on its official website you may find more information about WK3 files or the Lotus 1-2-3 software program.

Programs which support WK3 file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open WK3 files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with WK3 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 WK3 extension?

Problems with accessing WK3 may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with WK3 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. Install Lotus 1-2-3 software

Problems with opening and working with WK3 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with WK3 files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Lotus 1-2-3 or different compatible program, such as Microsoft Excel, ABC Amber Text Converter, Corel Quattro Pro. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WK3 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Lotus 1-2-3 installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit IBM website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Lotus 1-2-3 and update if needed

You still cannot access WK3 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 WK3 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 WK3 files

After installing Lotus 1-2-3 (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open WK3 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the WK3 file and choose 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 Lotus 1-2-3 installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open WK3 files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected WK3 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Lotus 1-2-3 and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with WK3 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the WK3 file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the WK3 file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The WK3 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the WK3 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the WK3 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. WK3 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the WK3 file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with WK3 extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Lotus 3 Worksheet file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Lotus 1-2-3

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support WK3 files. Close all running programs and try opening the WK3 file.

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 Lotus 3 Worksheet files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WK3 files affecting older versions of given software.

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