WKZ File Extension

What is WKZ file?

WKZ filename suffix is mostly used for Wingz Spreadsheet files. Wingz Spreadsheet format was developed by Informix. WKZ file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. WKZ file format, along with 100 other file formats, belongs to the Spreadsheet Files category. Wingz is by far the most used program for working with WKZ files. On the official website of Informix developer not only will you find detailed information about theWingz software, but also about WKZ and other supported file formats.

Programs which support WKZ file extension

Programs that can handle WKZ files are as follows. Files with WKZ 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 WKZ extension?

Being unable to open files with WKZ extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with WKZ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with WKZ files.

Step 1. Install Wingz software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WKZ files is that no program that can handle WKZ files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Wingz. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Wingz installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Informix website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Wingz and update if needed

If the problems with opening WKZ files still occur even after installing Wingz, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Wingz 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 Wingz installed, it may not support WKZ format. The latest version of Wingz should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Wingz to WKZ files

If you have the latest version of Wingz installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage WKZ on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the WKZ with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• 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 Wingz is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open WKZ files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the WKZ file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with WKZ extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the WKZ file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the WKZ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the WKZ file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the WKZ file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 WKZ 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

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Wingz

If the systems has insufficient resources to open WKZ files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Wingz Spreadsheet files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the WKZ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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