Tips to open WLG file

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

WLG file extension

File Name Well Logger V1
File Developer Porpoise Media
File Category Misc Files

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

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What is WLG file?

The file in the WLG format belongs to the Misc Files category. The creator of this file is Porpoise Media. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. Well Logger V1 is most often found on 1 operating systems. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is Well Logger. This was created by Porpoise Media.

How to open WLG file?

The main problem with Well Logger V1 is that the WLG file is incorrectly associated with programs. Thus, when you open WLG, 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 WLG 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 Well Logger

The first step is to check if the computer has the Well Logger program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Well Logger in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support WLG files.

Programs to open WLG file

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

Well Logger
Well Logger
Step 2. Create association of Well Logger with WLG files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the WLG file still does not use the Well Logger program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the WLG file with the Well Logger program.

Step 3. Update Well Logger to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the Well Logger program, it is possible that Well Logger V1 requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Porpoise Media page and install.

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

If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. The most common file problems are:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the WLG file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file WLG or the program directory. Sometimes virus-infected WLG files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the WLG 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.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair WLG file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Porpoise Media
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted WLG files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move WLG to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. 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.