S02 File Extension

What is S02 file?

S02 filename suffix is mostly used for Corel WordPerfect Distribution Format files. Corel WordPerfect Distribution Format specification was created by Corel Corporation. Files with S02 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. S02 file belongs to the Text Files category just like 440 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling S02 files is WordPerfect Office, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. WordPerfect Office software was developed by Corel Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about S02 files or the WordPerfect Office software program.

Programs which support S02 file extension

The following listing features S02-compatible programs. Files with S02 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 S02 extension?

Problems with accessing S02 may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with S02 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 main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening S02 files is that no program that can handle S02 files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install WordPerfect Office. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. 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

You still cannot access S02 files although WordPerfect Office 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. This can be one of the causes why S02 files are not compatible with WordPerfect Office. The latest version of WordPerfect Office should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Corel WordPerfect Distribution Format files with WordPerfect Office

After installing WordPerfect Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open S02 files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Clicking the S02 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 S02 files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with S02 extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with S02 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the S02 file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the S02 file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The S02 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the S02 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. S02 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the S02 file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the S02 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 S02 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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 Corel WordPerfect Distribution Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run WordPerfect Office

If the systems has insufficient resources to open S02 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Corel WordPerfect Distribution Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with S02 files affecting older versions of given software.

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