Tips to open WRPL file
Can't open the WRPL file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open WRPL files as well as a list of programs that support WRPL files.
WRPL file extension
| File Name |
Widelands Saved Game Format |
| File Developer |
The Widelands Development Team |
| File Category |
Game Files |
The WRPL file is supported on 3 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the WRPL files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the WRPL file on each system platform.
What is WRPL file?
The file with the extension WRPL is the Game Files file type. It was designed by The Widelands Development Team. In addition to this file, the Game Files category includes 1509 related files. Widelands Saved Game Format appears on 3 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Linux, Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The Widelands application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Widelands Development Team. There are also 2 alternative programs to handle the WRPL file.
How to open WRPL file?
The most common problem when using Widelands Saved Game Format is that a specific WRPL is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that WRPL files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the WRPL 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 Widelands
The first step is to check if the computer has the Widelands program installed. To do this, enter the name Widelands 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 WRPL files.
Programs to open WRPL file
Remember to download programs supporting WRPL files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Widelands with WRPL files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the WRPL file still does not use the Widelands 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 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the WRPL file with the Widelands application.
Step 3. Update Widelands to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Widelands program, it is possible that Widelands Saved Game Format requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Widelands Development Team website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the WRPL file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the WRPL file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
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. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the WRPL file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected WRPL files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the WRPL 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 WRPL file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact The Widelands Development Team
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted WRPL 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. It is best to move WRPL to a different directory.
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. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the WRPL file again. 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.
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