WI File Extension
Wavelet Image
- File Type wi
- Popularity
- Application CorelDraw Graphics Suite
- Category Graphics Files
- Format Binary
What is a WI file?
The WI extension is related to Wavelet Image and is classified in the Graphics Files category, which contains 556 files.
WI file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows. There are 2 programs available to open a WI file, including popular tools like CorelDraw Graphics Suite and PaintShop Pro.
MIME types
- image/wavelet
How to open a WI file?
If you are having trouble opening a WI file, it usually means the right software is not installed. Choose a program from the list that matches your operating system. Next, visit the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it on your device.
Thanks to their popularity, CorelDraw Graphics Suite and PaintShop Pro are often the go-to programs for managing WI files. If you want the most recent release of CorelDraw Graphics Suite, head over to the Corel site and download the version designed to run on all platforms.
After completing the installation, WI files should be recognized by the system and linked to CorelDraw Graphics Suite.
Set CorelDraw Graphics Suite as your default WI viewer
Set default app to open files on Mac
- Right-click or Control + left-click on the desired WI file to open a menu of available actions;
- Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
- In the lower section of the window, you’ll find the "Enable" menu, with "Recommended Programs" pre-selected as the default option;
- Select "All Programs" in this menu, and then search for CorelDraw Graphics Suite. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make sure it’s the default option.
Change a default app in Windows
- To get started, right-click your WI file, then choose "Open With" and select "Choose Another Application" from the context menu;
- From the list of applications in the pop-up window, find and select CorelDraw Graphics Suite as your desired application;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox, and then click "OK" to set your chosen app as the default for opening WI files.
Solving Common WI File Challenges
While WI files can sometimes present difficulties, most problems can be resolved quickly with minor software modifications. Check the tips below to help solve them.
What Causes CorelDraw Graphics Suite to Crash Frequently?
Insufficient software updates are a likely cause of CorelDraw Graphics Suite crashes. Be sure to install the latest updates for Corel products.
A simple restart of your computer can often fix many common problems, which is why it is the recommended first step before making any adjustments to your software settings.
How can I restore a damaged WI file?
Start a data recovery program and open the damaged WI file. Then, choose the "Repair" option from the menu. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged graphics files.
How can I determine if my WI file is damaged?
Characteristics of corrupted WI graphics files can include:
- CorelDraw Graphics Suite or other programs stop responding or crash when trying to handle the file;
- Error notifications appear during file manipulation;
- When opening the file, errors occur or the inability to access its contents;
- Unexplained WI file size inflation;
Convert files to and from WI
If working with a WI file is challenging, one solution is to convert it to formats like JPG, BMP or other supported formats.
After converting a WI file, some capabilities may be limited, but you can often convert it back to the original format.