WMF File Extension
Windows Metafile
- File Type wmf
- Developer Microsoft
- Popularity
- Application Revelation Natural Art
- Category Vector Image Files
- Format Binary
What is a WMF file?
Windows Metafile, identified by the WMF extension, is a Vector Image Files type and includes 120 files.
The Windows Metafile (WMF) was developed by Microsoft, which created file format and 242 programs to work with them.
WMF file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS and Linux. To view a WMF file, you can choose from 25 programs such as XnView, IrfanView and ACDSee Photo Manager.
MIME types
- application/wmf
- image/wmf
- zz-application/zz-winassoc-wmf
- application/x-wmf
- image/x-wmf
- application/x-msmetafile
- image/x-win-metafile
Programs that support WMF files
Windows
XnView
IrfanView
ACDSee Photo Manager
WildBit Viewer
CorelDraw Graphics Suite
Adobe Illustrator
Ability Photopaint- Revelation Natural Art
- Wintrack
OpenOffice Draw- Mayura Draw
- Graphic Workshop Professional
- TreeView
Xara Page & Layout Designer- Janome Digitizer Pro
Inkscape- UniConvertor
PhotoFiltre Studio- Ultimate Paint
- Equation Illustrator
- Bulk Image Converter
- Visual Labels
PaintShop Pro
Online Services
How to open a WMF file?
If you cannot open a WMF file, it is most often due to missing software. Select a program from the list according to your operating system. Then go to the official website of the program developer, download it, and install it on your device.
When it comes to opening and working with WMF files, XnView, IrfanView and ACDSee Photo Manager are the top choices for users. To install the updated version of Revelation Natural Art, simply go to the Logotron site and download the installer compatible with all major platforms.
After installing, your OS should instantly open WMF files with Revelation Natural Art.
Set Revelation Natural Art as the default WMF program
Changing Default Programs in Windows
- Right click on your WMF file, then select "Open with" and click "Choose another application";
- In the pop-up window, select the Revelation Natural Art application;
- Check the "Always use this application" checkbox, and then click "OK" to apply the selected application as the default for opening WMF files.
Change Default Program on Mac
- Right click or Control + left click on the desired WMF file;
- Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
- Look towards the bottom of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. "Recommended programs" will be the default selection;
- Choose "All Programs" in this menu and search for Revelation Natural Art. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to set it as the default option.
Solve problems with WMF files
Problematic WMF files can usually be resolved by making small changes in your software. See the tips below to help fix common issues.
Why does Revelation Natural Art stop responding or crash intermittently?
The likely cause of Revelation Natural Art crashing is lack of software updates. Install the latest updates available for Logotron products.
Restarting your computer will solve many common problems, which is why it’s the first thing you should do before changing any settings related to the software.
What are the best practices for repairing a WMF file that has gone bad?
Open the corrupted WMF file in a recovery program and select the "Repair" menu item. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged vector image files.
How do I know if my WMF file is corrupted?
Common indications of damaged WMF vector image files are:
- Opening the file results in an error or a failed attempt;
- Editing the archive in Adobe Illustrator results in slow or unresponsive behavior;
- Opening the file in Revelation Natural Art or other programs causes them to hang or crash;
- Unexpected expansion of the total size of the WMF file;
- Error messages appear while working with the file;
How to edit a WMF file?
To edit WMF files, it is essential to install software that supports not only viewing but also editing the vector image files. Online WMF editors provide limited functionality compared to full-featured software for Windows Metafile.
List of Top WMF editors 2026
Based on the specified criteria, here is a list of WMF editors that may fit your requirements.
| WMF Editor Software | Developer | Platforms | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| OpenOffice Draw | OpenOffice | Windows, Mac OS, Linux | 4.9 out of 5 (47 reviews) |
| PhotoFiltre Studio | Antonio Da Cruz | Windows | 4.9 out of 5 (53 reviews) |
| Ultimate Paint | J-T-L Development | Windows | 4.8 out of 5 (45 reviews) |
| WMF Converter Pro | Cristallight | Mac OS | 4.8 out of 5 (46 reviews) |
| CorelDraw Graphics Suite | Corel | Windows | 4.7 out of 5 (38 reviews) |
| Ability Photopaint | Ability Plus | Windows | 4.6 out of 5 (47 reviews) |
| TreeView | Roderic D. M. Page | Windows | 4.5 out of 5 (45 reviews) |
| Revelation Natural Art | Logotron | Windows | 4.4 out of 5 (48 reviews) |
| PaintShop Pro | Corel | Windows | 4.2 out of 5 (47 reviews) |
| Adobe Illustrator | Adobe | Windows, Mac OS | 4.1 out of 5 (45 reviews) |
Convert to and from WMF
If obstacles arise while working with a WMF file, you may convert it to formats like JPG, PNG, TIF, PDF, BMP or other similar types for smoother handling.
Keep in mind that converting a WMF file may introduce some limitations, but the original format can often be restored.
Using offline converters like XnView, CorelDraw Graphics Suite and Picture Resize Genius ensures high-quality conversion of WMF files to different formats.