MEQ File Extension

What is MEQ file?

MEQ is a file extension commonly associated with Corel WordPerfect Macro Editor Print Queue files. Corel WordPerfect Macro Editor Print Queue specification was created by Corel Corporation. Files with MEQ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. MEQ file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Users are advised to use WordPerfect Office software for managing MEQ files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. WordPerfect Office software was developed by Corel Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about MEQ files or the WordPerfect Office software program.

Programs which support MEQ file extension

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

Problems with accessing MEQ may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with MEQ 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 WordPerfect Office

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening MEQ files is that no program that can handle MEQ files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download WordPerfect Office and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit WordPerfect Office website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update WordPerfect Office to the latest version

If you already have WordPerfect Office installed on your systems and MEQ files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of WordPerfect Office installed, it may not support MEQ format. The most recent version of WordPerfect Office is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Corel WordPerfect Macro Editor Print Queue files with WordPerfect Office

After installing WordPerfect Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open MEQ files. 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

• Clicking the MEQ 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
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed, check the Always use this app to open MEQ files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with MEQ extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with MEQ extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the MEQ 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 MEQ file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the MEQ file for viruses or malware

If the MEQ 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 MEQ file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the MEQ 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 MEQ 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

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 WordPerfect Macro Editor Print Queue file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle 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 MEQ extension. In this case close the other applications.

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 Corel WordPerfect Macro Editor Print Queue file. It may be the case that the MEQ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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