Tips to open WSYM file
Can't open the WSYM file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open WSYM files as well as a list of programs that support WSYM files.
WSYM file extension
| File Name |
ArchiCAD For MAC Geometric Description Language |
| File Developer |
Graphisoft |
| File Category |
Developer Files |
The WSYM file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the WSYM files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the WSYM file on each system platform.
What is WSYM file?
The file with the extension WSYM is the Developer Files file type. The creator of this file is Graphisoft. Additionally, the Developer Files category contains 1205 of other files. ArchiCAD For MAC Geometric Description Language is supported by 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. It is recommended to use ArchiCAD to handle this file. This is a program created by Graphisoft.
How to open WSYM file?
The most common problem when using ArchiCAD For MAC Geometric Description Language is that a specific WSYM is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that WSYM files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the WSYM 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 ArchiCAD
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that ArchiCAD is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name ArchiCAD in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file WSYM with ArchiCAD. Below is a list of programs that support the file WSYM.
Programs to open WSYM file
Remember to download programs supporting WSYM files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of ArchiCAD with WSYM files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the WSYM file still does not use the ArchiCAD program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the ArchiCAD application as the default for handling the WSYM file.
Step 3. Update ArchiCAD to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the ArchiCAD program, it is possible that ArchiCAD For MAC Geometric Description Language requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Graphisoft website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the WSYM file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the WSYM file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the WSYM file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected WSYM files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the WSYM files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged WSYM files. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Graphisoft, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted WSYM 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 WSYM file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file WSYM to close. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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