WKE File Extension

Programs that support WKE files

• Windows ⁵
• Mac OS ²
• Linux ²

Windows

• Lotus 1-2-3
• OpenOffice Calc
• LibreOffice Calc
• Corel Quattro Pro
• Microsoft Excel

Mac OS

• LibreOffice Calc
• OpenOffice Calc

Linux

• LibreOffice Calc
• OpenOffice Calc

How to open a WKE file?

The most common reason why a WKE file cannot be opened is the absence of required software. To fix this, select a compatible program from the list. Then visit the official developer website via the provided link, download the program, and install it on your system.

The most popular programs for working with WKE files are Lotus 1-2-3, LibreOffice Calc and OpenOffice Calc. To get the latest version of Lotus 1-2-3, open the IBM website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.

Following installation, WKE files should be automatically opened with Lotus 1-2-3.

Set Lotus 1-2-3 as the default WKE program

Changing the default program in Windows

1. Start by right-clicking on your WKE file and selecting the "Open With" option. From there, click "Choose another app" to continue;
2. In the pop-up window, select the Lotus 1-2-3 application;
3. Check the "Always use this application" checkbox, and then click "OK" to apply the selected application as the default for opening WKE files.

Change Default Program on Mac

1. Right click or Control + left click on the desired WKE file;
2. Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
3. Look at the bottom of the window, where you will see the "Enable" menu. "Recommended Programs" will be selected as the default option;
4. Within this menu select "All Programs" and navigate to Lotus 1-2-3. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make sure it’s the default option.

Convert to and from WKE

If a WKE file is difficult to handle, you might try converting it to formats such as XLS or similar, which may be easier to work with.

Please note that after converting a WKE file, some functionality may differ from the original. However, in many cases, it can be converted back to its original format.

Using offline applications such as Corel Quattro Pro, you can convert WKE files to various formats without losing data quality.

Convert WKE to other file formats

• WKE to XLS

Solve problems with WKE files

When issues arise with WKE files, they can generally be fixed with small software tweaks. Use the troubleshooting tips below to help resolve them.

How to edit a WKE file?

To edit WKE files, you need to install specialized software that allows you not only to open but also to modify spreadsheet files. Online WKE editors usually provide fewer features than software created specifically for Lotus 1-2-3 Educational Version Worksheet.

Best WKE editors in 2026

Taking into account the provided details, we have prepared a list of WKE editors that match your needs.