Opening a WG2 File

The WG2 file type is primarily associated with 1-2-3.

WG2	File extension: WG2
	File type:	Worksheet

What is a WG2 file?

WG2 files mostly belong to 1-2-3 by IBM. Lotus 1-2-3 for OS/2 worksheet. This was a Lotus product. Lotus was bought out by IBM.

How to open a WG2 file

You need a suitable software like 1-2-3 to open a WG2 file. You need a suitable software like 1-2-3 from IBM to open a WG2 file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your WG2 file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a WG2 file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Trouble Opening a .WG2 File? These Steps Will Help

WG2 files can come from different programs and aren't universally openable.

Identify the Source:
- Business archives: Old backups suggest a Lotus 1-2-3 worksheet.
- OS/2 systems: Files from classic IBM environments point to this spreadsheet format.
Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text editor or hex viewer:
- Binary data: Compiled spreadsheets appear as garbled text.
- Signatures: You may spot strings referencing "Lotus" or "1-2-3".
Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required to open these worksheets:
- Lotus 1-2-3
- IBM Lotus Symphony If uncertain, ask the sender.
Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file into our viewer to detect its format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview when possible.

Technical Data for WG2 File Extension

Related files:

wg1, fms, dyn

Mime type:

application/vnd.lotus-1-2-3, application/x-lotus123

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: MoreInfo
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Netzip Classic\MoreInfo.exe %l

a wg2 Worksheet is a special file format by IBM and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with WG2 files

Associate the WG2 file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open worksheets. Because only the current version supports the latest WG2 file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the IBM manufacturer website after an available 1-2-3 update.
To make sure that your WG2 file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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