XG4 File Extension

What is XG4 file?

XG4 filename suffix is mostly used for Corel Paradox Secondary Index files. Corel Paradox Secondary Index specification was created by Corel Corporation. XG4 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. XG4 file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular program for handling XG4 files is WordPerfect Office, but users can choose among 1 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 XG4 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support XG4 file extension

Programs that can handle XG4 files are as follows. Files with XG4 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 XG4 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening XG4 files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with XG4 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 XG4 files.

Step 1. Get the WordPerfect Office

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports XG4 files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install WordPerfect Office or one to the listed programs: Corel Paradox. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support XG4 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 XG4 files although WordPerfect Office is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why XG4 files are not compatible with WordPerfect Office. The most recent version of WordPerfect Office is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign WordPerfect Office to XG4 files

After installing WordPerfect Office (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open XG4 files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the XG4 file and choose Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• 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 XG4 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with XG4 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
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with XG4 extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the XG4 for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the XG4 file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the XG4 file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the XG4 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. If the scanner detected that the XG4 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with XG4 extension is complete and error-free

If the XG4 file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the XG4 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

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 Paradox Secondary Index file again.

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

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support XG4 files. Close all running programs and try opening the XG4 file.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Corel Paradox Secondary Index file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle XG4 files.

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