WPX File: What is it?

Researcher:   |   Amended: December 05, 2018

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WPX File Summary

Our most recent information indicates that WPX files are associated with two unique file types (the most prevalent being the Printer Description File 2 format) and can be viewed primarily with Microsoft Windows, including two other known software applications (listed below). These files can be categorized as System Files or Web Files. In the majority of cases, these files will be System Files.

WPX files are found on both mobile and desktop platforms and can be opened using Windows and Mac operating systems. WPX files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

If you are having problems opening WPX files, or would simply like to learn more about the software programs and developers that are associated with them, please see the complete information contained below.

Low
File Type Popularity
1341
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/ 11690

Active

Status

5

December

2018

Revised

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Kinds of WPX Files

  2 known file types use this extension

Chief WPX Description

.WPX
Extension:.wpx
Class:Printer Description File 2

The WPX file is a printer information file that contains a description of the printer's features.The WPX file may be referenced when printer jobs are created and sent to the printer.

Organization: Microsoft Corporation
File Category:System Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.wpx

Software Programs That Open The Printer Description File 2:


Microsoft Windows by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

Parallels Desktop for Mac by Parallels

Mac

Other WPX File Associations

.WPX
Extension:.wpx
Class:WebPlus Project Template

The WPX file is also a project template used by WebPlus.The WPX file enables new projects (.WPP files) to be created with a preformatted look and feel.The WPX file may include default graphics, text, and layout settings for one or more pages.

Organization: Serif
File Category:Web Files

Software Programs That Open WebPlus Project Template Files:


Serif WebPlus by Serif

Compatible with:

Windows

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WPX Demand


Popular Devices

Desktop (84.34%)
Mobile (14.29%)
Tablet (1.37%)


WPX Troubleshooting


Frequent WPX Opening Issues

Microsoft Windows Removed

When you double-click your WPX file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". Customarily, this means that Microsoft Windows is not installed on %%os%%. Your operating system cannot associate your WPX with Microsoft Windows, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: If you have another software that you know opens WPX files, you can select it by hitting the "Show Apps" button.


Obsolete Version of Microsoft Windows

Your Printer Description File 2 file is incompatible with Microsoft Windows because you might have the wrong version installed. Installing the latest version of Microsoft Windows from Microsoft Corporation is recommended. This issue mainly occurs when your Printer Description File 2 file was created by a newer version of Microsoft Windows than you have on your PC.


Tip: Find clues on the correct software version by right-clicking your WPX file and clicking "Properties".


Conclusion: The majority of WPX file opening issues are due to not having the correct Microsoft Windows version installed.


Other WPX File Issues

Errors opening Printer Description File 2 files can still occur even with the latest Microsoft Windows software installed on your computer. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening WPXs. Additional factors include:

  • Invalid WPX file references in the Windows Registry (the "phonebook" of the Windows Operating System)
  • Deletion of the WPX file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Corrupt install of Microsoft Windows or other WPX-related program
  • Your WPX can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Your WPX is infected with malware
  • Drivers associated with WPX software need to be updated
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the Printer Description File 2 format

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