Tips to open WMO file
Can't open the WMO file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open WMO files as well as a list of programs that support WMO files.
WMO file extension
| File Name |
World Of Warcraft World Map Object |
| File Developer |
Blizzard Entertainment |
| File Category |
Game Files |
The WMO file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the WMO files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the WMO file on each system platform.
What is WMO file?
The WMO file has been categorized as Game Files. It was designed by Blizzard Entertainment. Additionally, the Game Files category contains 1509 of other files. World Of Warcraft World Map Object is most often found on 2 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Mac OS, Windows. It is recommended to use World of Warcraft to handle this file. This is a program created by Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.. Alternatively, you can use 1 other programs.
How to open WMO file?
An often recurring problem with World Of Warcraft World Map Object is that WMO is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that WMO 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 WMO 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 World of Warcraft
In this case, you should first verify that the World of Warcraft application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name World of Warcraft into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open WMO files.
Programs to open WMO file
Remember to download programs supporting WMO files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of World of Warcraft with WMO files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the WMO file to open in the World of Warcraft application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 WMO file with the World of Warcraft program.
Step 3. Update World of Warcraft to the latest version
If, despite the association of the World of Warcraft program with the World Of Warcraft World Map Object 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 Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the WMO 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 WMO file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the WMO file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. 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 WMO file. Sometimes virus-infected WMO files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of WMO file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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 this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair WMO file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Blizzard Entertainment
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted WMO 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 WMO file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file WMO to close. However, some background programs may block the WMO file while scanning. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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