Tips to open WLB file
Can't open the WLB file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open WLB files as well as a list of programs that support WLB files.
WLB file extension
| File Name |
WinLabel Label Data Format |
| File Category |
Text Files |
The WLB file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the WLB files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the WLB file on each system platform.
What is WLB file?
The file in the WLB format belongs to the Text Files category. Additionally, the Text Files category contains 440 of other files. WinLabel Label Data Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is WinList. This was created by Verity Software House.
How to open WLB file?
The most common problem when using WinLabel Label Data Format is that a specific WLB is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open WLB, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the WLB 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 WinList
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that WinList is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing WinList into the operating system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file WLB with WinList. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open WLB files.
Programs to open WLB file
Remember to download programs supporting WLB files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of WinList with WLB files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the WLB file still does not use the WinList program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting 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 set the program to handle this type. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the WLB file with the WinList application.
Step 3. Update WinList to the latest version
If, however, after binding WinList with WinLabel Label Data Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Verity Software House page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the WLB file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The WLB file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the WLB file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our WLB file. However, remember that not every infected WLB file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the WLB file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular WLB file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting , but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted WLB files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the WLB file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. In this case, the WLB file is blocked by the first application to open it. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. 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 this does not work either, restart the device.
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