WFX File Extension

What is WFX file?

WFX filename suffix is mostly used for WinFax files. WinFax format was developed by Symantec Corporation. Files with WFX extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. WFX file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular program for handling WFX files is WinFax, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Symantec Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theWinFax software, but also about WFX and other supported file formats.

Programs which support WFX file extension

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

Being unable to open files with WFX extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with WFX 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 WFX files.

Step 1. Get the WinFax

Problems with opening and working with WFX files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with WFX files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install WinFax or one to the listed programs: XnView. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading WinFax installed is by going to developer’s website (Symantec Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update WinFax to the latest version

If the problems with opening WFX files still occur even after installing WinFax, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of WinFax is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of WinFax installed, it may not support WFX format. The most recent version of WinFax is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate WinFax files with WinFax

After installing WinFax (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open WFX files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the WFX file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where WinFax is installed, check the Always use this app to open WFX files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Verify that the WFX is not faulty

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

1. Check the WFX file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the WFX file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the WFX file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the WFX file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with WFX 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. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run WinFax

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with WinFax file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WFX files affecting older versions of given software.

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