WDP File Extension

What is WDP file?

Full format name of files that use WDP extension is Windows Media HD Photo. Windows Media HD Photo format was developed by Microsoft. WDP files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. WDP file format, along with 522 other file formats, belongs to the Raster Image Files category. Windows Live Photo Gallery supports WDP files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 3 other tools may also be used. Windows Live Photo Gallery software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about WDP files or the Windows Live Photo Gallery software program.

Programs which support WDP file extension

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

Problems with accessing WDP may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with WDP 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. Get the Windows Live Photo Gallery

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WDP files is that no program that can handle WDP files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Windows Live Photo Gallery or different compatible program, such as Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Expression Design, FastPictureViewer Professional. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WDP files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Windows Live Photo Gallery website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Windows Live Photo Gallery to the latest version

If the problems with opening WDP files still occur even after installing Windows Live Photo Gallery, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Windows Live Photo Gallery is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Windows Live Photo Gallery cannot handle files with WDP may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Windows Live Photo Gallery.

Step 3. Associate Windows Media HD Photo files with Windows Live Photo Gallery

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the WDP file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Windows Live Photo Gallery is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open WDP files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WDP extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with WDP extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

1. Check the WDP file for viruses or malware

If the WDP 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. WDP file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

If the WDP 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. If the WDP file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 Windows Media HD Photo file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Windows Live Photo Gallery

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Windows Media HD Photo file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle WDP files.

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