WPG2 File Extension

What is WPG2 file?

WPG2 filename suffix is mostly used for Corel WordPerfect Image files. Corel Corporation defined the Corel WordPerfect Image format standard. WPG2 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. WPG2 file belongs to the Graphic Files category just like 524 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling WPG2 files is WordPerfect Office, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Corel Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theWordPerfect Office software, but also about WPG2 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support WPG2 file extension

The following listing features WPG2-compatible programs. Files with WPG2 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 WPG2 extension?

Being unable to open files with WPG2 extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with WPG2 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install WordPerfect Office software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WPG2 files is that no program that can handle WPG2 files is installed on user’s system. The most obvious solution is to download and install WordPerfect Office or one to the listed programs: CorelDRAW, Corel PaintShop Pro. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WPG2 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. 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 WPG2 files although WordPerfect Office is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why WPG2 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. Assign WordPerfect Office to WPG2 files

After installing WordPerfect Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open WPG2 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 WPG2 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 WPG2 files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WPG2 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....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with WPG2 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the WPG2 is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the WPG2 file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the WPG2 file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the WPG2 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the WPG2 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. WPG2 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic WPG2 file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the WPG2 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 Image file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open 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 WPG2 extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Corel WordPerfect Image files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with WPG2 files affecting older versions of given software.

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