YG4 File Extension

What is YG4 file?

YG4 is a file extension commonly associated with Corel Paradox Secondary Index files. Corel Paradox Secondary Index format was developed by Corel Corporation. Files with YG4 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. YG4 file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling YG4 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 YG4 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support YG4 file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support YG4 files. YG4 files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with YG4 extension?

Problems with accessing YG4 may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with YG4 files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install WordPerfect Office

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening YG4 files is that no program that can handle YG4 files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing WordPerfect Office or different compatible program, such as Corel Paradox. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. 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

You still cannot access YG4 files although WordPerfect Office is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of WordPerfect Office installed, it may not support YG4 format. 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 YG4 files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate YG4 files with latest version of WordPerfect Office 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.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the YG4 file
• 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 YG4 files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with YG4 extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select WordPerfect Office and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with YG4 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the YG4 is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the YG4 file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. The YG4 may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the YG4 is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the YG4 file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the YG4 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Ensure the file with YG4 extension is complete and error-free

If the YG4 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 YG4 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Corel Paradox Secondary Index file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle WordPerfect Office

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support YG4 files. Close all running programs and try opening the YG4 file.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Corel Paradox Secondary Index files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with YG4 files affecting older versions of given software.

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