WKB File: What is it?

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WKB File Summary

Two known software programs (notably, Corel WordPerfect developed by Corel) are related to the WKB file extension. In addition, they are categorized under two distinct file types, but mainly identified as the Corel WordPerfect Document format. Generally, these files are considered Text Files, but they can also be GIS Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. WKB files have a "Low" Popularity Rating; this means that they are not present on most devices.

Interested to learn more about the WKB File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens WKB files, and other troubleshooting tips.

Low
File Type Popularity
10268
Ranking

/ 11690

Active

File Status

26

November

2018

Revised

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WKB Types

  2 known file types use this extension

Dominant WKB File Type

.WKB
Formatting:.wkb
Group:Corel WordPerfect Document

Document file format was used by earlier versions of WordPerfect, a word processing program, developed by Corel Corporation. This format is obsolete and no longer supported.

Created by: Corel
Kind:Text Files
Registry Key: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.wkb

Software Programs That Open The Corel WordPerfect Document:


Corel WordPerfect by Corel

Windows

Other WKB File Associations

.WKB
Formatting:.wkb
Group:OpenGIS Well-known Binary File

GIS file associated with Well-known text (WKT), a text markup language for representing vector geometry objects on a map, spatial reference systems of spatial objects and transformations between spatial reference systems. WKB file is used to transfer and store information on databases, such as PostGIS, Microsoft SQL Server and DB2.

Created by: Open Source
Kind:GIS Files

Software Programs That Open OpenGIS Well-known Binary File Files:


PostGIS by Open Source

Compatible with:

Windows

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WKB Demand


OS Popularity

7 (45.73%)
10 (44.56%)
8.1 (5.41%)
XP (2.79%)
8 (0.97%)


Troubleshoot WKB Files


Common WKB Opening Problems

Corel WordPerfect is Not Installed

When trying to open your WKB file, you get the error "Can't Open WKB File Type". Usually, this is because you do not have Corel WordPerfect for %%os%% installed. The OS won't know what to do with your WKB file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.


Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your WKB, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").


Wrong Version of Corel WordPerfect is Installed

Sometimes your installed version of Corel WordPerfect won't support your Corel WordPerfect Document file. Download the latest Corel WordPerfect version from the Corel website to ensure you have the correct one installed. The primary cause of this problem is that your Corel WordPerfect Document file was created by a different (newer) version of Corel WordPerfect than what's installed.


Tip: Right-clicking on your WKB, then clicking "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), can provide clues about your file version.


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening WKB files are due to having the wrong version of Corel WordPerfect installed.


Other WKB File Opening Causes

Although you might already have Corel WordPerfect or another WKB-associated software installed on your computer, you can still encounter problems opening Corel WordPerfect Document files. There can be external issues inside of %%os%% that are causing these errors when opening WKBs. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • WKB file type Registry entries are wrong
  • Accidental deletion of the description of the WKB file in the Windows registry
  • Corrupt install of Corel WordPerfect or other WKB-related program
  • File corruption affecting your WKB file
  • Malware-tainted WKB file can't be opened
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your WKB file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Too many applications are open on your PC to load your Corel WordPerfect Document file successfully

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