Tips to open WPG file

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

WPG file extension

File Name WordPerfect Graphic Format
File Developer Corel
File Category Vector Image Files

The WPG file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the WPG files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the WPG file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 8
  • 2
  • 1
  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

What is WPG file?

The file with the extension WPG is the Vector Image Files file type. The author of this format is Corel. Vector Image Files consists of 138 similar files. WordPerfect Graphic Format appears on 3 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. There are also 11 alternative programs to handle the WPG file. The CorelDRAW, PhotoPlus, PaintShop Pro, WordPerfect Office programs will also handle the file when the GraphicConverter program does not fulfill its role.

How to open WPG file?

The most common problem when using WordPerfect Graphic Format is that a specific WPG is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open WPG, 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 WPG 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 GraphicConverter

In this case, you should first verify that the GraphicConverter application is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name GraphicConverter into the system search engine. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file WPG with GraphicConverter. Below you will find a list of applications that support WPG files.

Step 2. Create association of GraphicConverter with WPG files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the WPG file still does not use the GraphicConverter program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. 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. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the WPG file with the GraphicConverter program.

Step 3. Update GraphicConverter to the latest version

If, despite the association of the GraphicConverter program with the WordPerfect Graphic Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version.

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

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:

The WPG file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the WPG file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. 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. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file WPG or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected WPG 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 WPG 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 this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair WPG file corruption.
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted WPG 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. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. If possible, you can try to move the WPG file to another location.
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 WPG file again. However, some background programs may block the WPG file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.