Tips to open WBDP file

Can't open the WBDP file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open WBDP files as well as a list of programs that support WBDP files.

WBDP file extension

File Name ANSYS Workbench Project Global
File Developer ANSYS Inc.
File Category Misc Files

The WBDP file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the WBDP files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the WBDP file on each system platform.

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What is WBDP file?

The file in the WBDP format belongs to the Misc Files category. The author of this format is ANSYS Inc.. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. ANSYS Workbench Project Global is supported by 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The ANSYS Workbench platform application is recommended to open the file. It was released by ANSYS Inc..

How to open WBDP file?

An often recurring problem with ANSYS Workbench Project Global is that WBDP is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open WBDP, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the WBDP file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install ANSYS Workbench platform

The first step is to check if the computer has the ANSYS Workbench platform program installed. This can be achieved by typing ANSYS Workbench platform into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file WBDP.

Programs to open WBDP file

Remember to download programs supporting WBDP files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.

Step 2. Create association of ANSYS Workbench platform with WBDP files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the WBDP file still does not use the ANSYS Workbench platform program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the WBDP file with the ANSYS Workbench platform application.

Step 3. Update ANSYS Workbench platform to the latest version

If, however, after binding ANSYS Workbench platform with ANSYS Workbench Project Global there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the ANSYS Inc. website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the WBDP file

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. File problems can be divided into the following:

The WBDP file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to WBDP files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file WBDP or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected WBDP files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the WBDP file. Help should be sought from the software developer, as they usually recommend using free file converters or installing an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged WBDP files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting ANSYS Inc., but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted WBDP files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the WBDP file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.