Tips to open WLD file
Can't open the WLD file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open WLD files as well as a list of programs that support WLD files.
WLD file extension
| File Name |
ESRI World Format |
| File Developer |
ESRI |
| File Category |
GIS Files |
The WLD file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the WLD files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the WLD file on each system platform.
What is WLD file?
The file with the extension WLD is the GIS Files file type. The creator of this file is ESRI. In addition to this file, the GIS Files category includes 255 related files. ESRI World Format is supported by 2 operating systems. These systems consist of Linux, Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. It is recommended to use ArcGIS Desktop to handle this file. This is a program created by Esri. Alternatively, you can use 1 other programs. The GDAL programs will also handle the file when the ArcGIS Desktop program does not fulfill its role.
How to open WLD file?
The most common problem when using ESRI World Format is that a specific WLD is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that WLD files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the WLD 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 ArcGIS Desktop
In this case, you should first verify that the ArcGIS Desktop application is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name ArcGIS Desktop in it. 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 WLD.
Programs to open WLD file
Remember to download programs supporting WLD files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ArcGIS Desktop with WLD files
If, despite the installed application, the WLD file does not start in the ArcGIS Desktop application, you must create a file 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. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the ArcGIS Desktop application as the default for handling the WLD file.
Step 3. Update ArcGIS Desktop to the latest version
If, despite the association of the ArcGIS Desktop program with the ESRI World Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Esri page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the WLD file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The WLD file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to WLD files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file WLD or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected WLD files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of WLD file may not always be supported by the latest software version. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
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 WLD files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact ESRI
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted WLD 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 of the system directories are excluded from modification. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. Copying the WLD file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the WLD file again. However, some background programs may block the WLD file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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