WOT File Extension

What is WOT file?

WOT is a file extension commonly associated with WebEx Recording Format files. Cisco Systems defined the WebEx Recording Format format standard. Files with WOT extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. WOT file belongs to the Video Files category just like 546 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use WebEx Player software for managing WOT files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. Software named WebEx Player was created by Cisco Systems, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and WOT files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support WOT file extension

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

Being unable to open files with WOT extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with WOT extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install WebEx Player

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports WOT files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install WebEx Player or one to the listed programs: Pretty Good Privacy. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WOT files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download WebEx Player installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Cisco Systems, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of WebEx Player

If the problems with opening WOT files still occur even after installing WebEx Player, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of WebEx Player is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why WOT files are not compatible with WebEx Player. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using WebEx Player.

Step 3. Assign WebEx Player to WOT files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate WOT files with latest version of WebEx Player you have installed on your device. 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 WOT 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
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the WebEx Player installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open WOT files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected WOT file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• 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 WOT extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the WOT is not faulty

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 WOT file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the WOT 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 WOT file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

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

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

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 WebEx Recording Format file.

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

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with WOT extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with WebEx Recording Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WOT files affecting older versions of given software.

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