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WMF File Extension

WMF file extension is created by Microsoft, also known as Windows Metafile. WMF has been classified as Vector Image Files. This file is saved in a binary format, which requires a specific program to read its contents. You can open WMF files in ACD Systems ACDSee program.

Windows Metafile File Type

.WMF file extension.
Windows Metafile File Type
Extension .wmf
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (2 Votes)
Mime Type video/x-ms-wm
Default Program ACD Systems ACDSee
Category Vector Image Files
Format Binary
Updated 4/1/2024

What is a WMF File Type?

With the release of Windows 2.0, WMF files appeared in 1988. Microsoft released the WMF file format specification with Windows 3.1 in 1992 and later released a specification in 2006.WMF files were largely replaced by more standard formats, such as .JPG and .GIF images. The WMF format is supported by various programs, including Microsoft 's Windows Photo Viewer, which is included in Windows 7.

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Free online WMF Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .WMF (Windows Metafile) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to WMF, merge, split and compare the WMF files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

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WMF Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Windows Metafile .WMF=10081 File Extensions while opening the .WMF=10081 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open WMF Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Windows Metafile on your system such as ACD Systems ACDSee.
  2. Associate default Acd Systems ACD Systems ACDSee program for *.wmf (Windows Metafile) files.

    Associate WMF Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.WMF (e.g example.wmf) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Acd Systems ACD Systems ACDSee program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .wmf files.

    Associate WMF Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.WMF (e.g example.wmf) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Acd Systems ACD Systems ACDSee program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .ACD Systems ACDSee extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related WMF File Extensions

WMF default file extension is .WMF and other similer related extensions are:

.wme file extension .wmga file extension .abr file extension .adts file extension .apd file extension .arw file extension .asf file extension .asw file extension .avi file extension .bay file extension .bmp file extension .cnv file extension .cr2 file extension .crw file extension .cvx file extension .dcr file extension .djvu file extension .dng file extension .emf file extension .eps file extension .erf file extension .gif file extension .hdr file extension .icl file extension .icn file extension .ico file extension .iff file extension .jbr file extension .jp2 file extension .jpc file extension .jpg file extension .kdc file extension .m4a file extension .m4v file extension .mef file extension .mid file extension .mos file extension .mp3 file extension .mp4 file extension .mrw file extension .nef file extension .nrw file extension .orf file extension .pbm file extension .pcd file extension .pct file extension .pcx file extension .pdf file extension .pef file extension .pgm file extension .pic file extension .pict file extension .pix file extension .png file extension .ppm file extension .ps file extension .psd file extension .psp file extension .pspbrush file extension .pspimage file extension .raf file extension .ras file extension .raw file extension .rmi file extension .rsb file extension .rw2 file extension .rwl file extension .sgi file extension .snd file extension .sr2 file extension .srf file extension .srw file extension .swf file extension .tga file extension .thm file extension .tif file extension .ttc file extension .ttf file extension .wav file extension .wbmp file extension .wma file extension .wmf file extension .wmv file extension .xbm file extension .xpm file extension

All Platform Software Programs for WMF File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the WMF files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open WMF File on Windows

Software License Developer
CADSoftTools ABViewer image. CADSoftTools ABViewer 10 for Windows Commercial CADSoftTools
ACD Systems ACDSee image. ACD Systems ACDSee 2019 for Windows Commercial ACD Systems
ACD Systems Canvas image. ACD Systems Canvas X 2019 for Windows Commercial ACD Systems
Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite image. Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2020 for Windows Commercial Corel
IMSI DesignCAD image. IMSI DesignCAD 2019 for Windows Commercial IMSI
Psychology Software Tools E-Prime image. Psychology Software Tools E-Prime 2 for Windows Commercial Psychology Software Tools
Microsoft Excel image. Microsoft Excel 365 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
Adobe Flash image. Adobe Flash CC for Windows Commercial Adobe
Adobe FreeHand image. Adobe FreeHand 11 for Windows Commercial Adobe
GIMP image. GIMP 2.10 for Windows Freeware GIMP
Newera Graphics Converter Pro image. Newera Graphics Converter Pro 3 for Windows Commercial Newera
Adobe Illustrator image. Adobe Illustrator 2020 for Windows Commercial Adobe
Adobe InDesign image. Adobe InDesign 2020 for Windows Commercial Adobe
Inkscape image. Inkscape 0.92 for Windows Open Source Inkscape
Manga Reader image. Manga Reader 000 for Windows Free Manga Reader
Nero image. Nero 2019 for Windows Commercial Nero
Corel PaintShop Pro image. Corel PaintShop Pro 2021 for Windows Commercial Corel
Corel Pinnacle Studio image. Corel Pinnacle Studio 24 for Windows Commercial Corel
Microsoft PowerPoint image. Microsoft PowerPoint 365 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
Quark QuarkXPress image. Quark QuarkXPress 2020 for Windows Commercial Quark
Apple QuickTime Player image. Apple QuickTime Player 10 for Windows Freeware Apple
Scribus image. Scribus 1 for Windows Open Source Scribus
IMSI TurboCAD image. IMSI TurboCAD PRO PLATINUM 2018 for Windows Commercial IMSI
Corel VideoStudio image. Corel VideoStudio 2020 for Windows Commercial Corel
Microsoft Visual Studio image. Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft Windows Photo Viewer image. Microsoft Windows Photo Viewer WINDOWS 7 for Windows Bundled Microsoft
Microsoft Word image. Microsoft Word 365 for Windows Commercial Microsoft

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen WMF File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite image. Corel CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2020 for MacOs Commercial Corel
Microsoft Excel image. Microsoft Excel 365 for MacOs Commercial Microsoft
Adobe Flash image. Adobe Flash CC for MacOs Commercial Adobe
Adobe FreeHand image. Adobe FreeHand 11 for MacOs Commercial Adobe
GIMP image. GIMP 2.10 for MacOs Freeware GIMP
Newera Graphics Converter Pro image. Newera Graphics Converter Pro 3 for MacOs Commercial Newera
Adobe Illustrator image. Adobe Illustrator 2020 for MacOs Commercial Adobe
Adobe InDesign image. Adobe InDesign 2020 for MacOs Commercial Adobe
Inkscape image. Inkscape 0.92 for MacOs Open Source Inkscape
Corel PaintShop Pro image. Corel PaintShop Pro 2021 for MacOs Commercial Corel
Microsoft PowerPoint image. Microsoft PowerPoint 365 for MacOs Commercial Microsoft
Quark QuarkXPress image. Quark QuarkXPress 2020 for MacOs Commercial Quark
Apple QuickTime Player image. Apple QuickTime Player 10 for MacOs Freeware Apple
Scribus image. Scribus 1 for MacOs Open Source Scribus
IMSI TurboCAD for Mac image. IMSI TurboCAD for Mac DELUXE V10 for MacOs Commercial IMSI
Microsoft Word image. Microsoft Word 365 for MacOs Commercial Microsoft

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen WMF file on Linux

Software License Developer
GIMP image. GIMP 2.10 for Linux Freeware GIMP
Inkscape image. Inkscape 0.92 for Linux Open Source Inkscape
Scribus image. Scribus 1 for Linux Open Source Scribus

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen WMF file on Web

Software License Developer

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen WMF file on iOS

Software License Developer

Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen WMF file on Android

Software License Developer

About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

WMF file extension icon image.About WMF - Windows Metafile

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Updated 4/1/2024
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