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WPP File Extension

Corel WordPerfect Color Palette Format
  • Developer
    Corel Corporation
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What is WPP file?

Full format name of files that use WPP extension is Corel WordPerfect Color Palette Format. Corel WordPerfect Color Palette Format format was developed by Corel Corporation. Files with WPP extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. WPP file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. WordPerfect Office supports WPP files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. Software named WordPerfect Office was created by Corel Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and WPP files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support WPP file extension

The following listing features WPP-compatible programs. WPP files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Programs that support WPP file

How to open file with WPP extension?

Being unable to open files with WPP extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with WPP 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. Install WordPerfect Office software

Install software to open WPP file The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening WPP files is that no program that can handle WPP files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download WordPerfect Office and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support WPP files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download WordPerfect Office installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Corel Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of WordPerfect Office

Update software that support file extension WPPIf the problems with opening WPP files still occur even after installing WordPerfect Office, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of WordPerfect Office is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with WPP may be that the software is outdated. 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 Color Palette Format files with WordPerfect Office

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate WPP files with latest version of WordPerfect Office you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Associate software with WPP file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Right-click the WPP file and choose Open with option
  • Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
  • 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 WPP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button
Associate software with WPP file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

  • From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with WPP extension, select Information
  • Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
  • Select WordPerfect Office and click Change for all...
  • A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with WPP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

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

Check WPP file for viruses
1. Check the WPP file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the WPP file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the WPP file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the WPP file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If you obtained the problematic WPP file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 WPP 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.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open WordPerfect Office

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Corel WordPerfect Color Palette Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle WPP files.

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