XG2 File Extension
Corel Paradox Secondary Index
- File Type xg2
- Developer Corel Corporation
- Popularity
- Application Corel Paradox
- Category Data Files
What is a XG2 file?
Corel Paradox Secondary Index, identified by the XG2 extension, is a Data Files type and includes 6196 files.
With the creation of the Corel Paradox Secondary Index (XG2), Corel introduced file format along with 27 programs built for their use.
XG2 files are supported by Windows. You can others a XG2 file using one of 2 programs, for example Corel Paradox and WordPerfect Office.
How to open a XG2 file?
The most common reason why a XG2 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 XG2 files are Corel Paradox and WordPerfect Office. To get the latest version of Corel Paradox, open the Corel website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.
Once setup is done, your operating system should assign Corel Paradox as the default app for XG2 files.
Make Corel Paradox the default XG2 viewer
Changing the default program in Windows
- Start by right-clicking on your XG2 file and selecting the "Open With" option. From there, click "Choose another app" to continue;
- Inside the popup window, scroll through the list of applications and specifically choose Corel Paradox as the application to associate with your XG2 file;
- Check the "Always use this app" checkbox and click "OK".
Change the default app to open files on Mac
- Right click or use Control + Left Click on the desired XG2 file to access a dropdown menu of actions;
- Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
- Scroll down to the bottom of the window, where you will find the "Enable" menu. Default, "Recommended Programs" will be selected;
- In this menu, choose "All Programs" and navigate to Corel Paradox. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.
Finding answers to XG2 file problems
If you encounter issues with XG2 files, don’t worry—most can be fixed with minor software adjustments. Refer to the troubleshooting tips below.
What are the signs that my XG2 file is damaged?
Corrupted XG2 data files may have one or more of the following symptoms:
- Opening or processing the file in Corel Paradox or other programs causes instability or crashes in the program;
- The file shows errors when trying to open it or does not open completely;
- Unexpected expansion of the total size of the XG2 file;
- Working with the file triggers the display of error messages;
Why does Corel Paradox quit or crash unexpectedly?
Corel Paradox crashes can be attributed to outdated software. Make sure you have installed the latest updates for Corel products.
A computer restart is often the key to solving numerous common problems. That’s why, it is recommended to restart the computer before making any changes to the software settings.
What methods can be used to repair a damaged XG2 file?
Use a recovery program to open the damaged XG2 file and navigate to the "Repair" menu item. Wait for the recovery process to finish, as it will automatically repair damaged data files.