Opening a WDOC File

The WDOC file type is primarily associated with WriteOnline.

WDOCFile Extension WDOC
File extension: WDOC
File type:  WriteOnline Document

What is a WDOC file?

WDOC files mostly belong to WriteOnline by Crick Software. .wdoc files contain a WriteOnline document. The document is a container for an HTML based document and embeded graphics. The format used is similar to .mht (Microsoft Web Archive) files.

How to open a WDOC file

You need a suitable software like WriteOnline to open a WDOC file. You need a suitable software like WriteOnline from Crick Software to open a WDOC 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 WDOC file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a WDOC file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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What to Do When a .WDOC File Fails to Open

Because .WDOC files may originate from different programs, they aren't universally openable.

  1. Identify the Source: Files received from schools often suggest a WriteOnline Document, while corporate workflows might imply a proprietary word processing file.
  2. Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text or hex editor:
    • "PK" magic bytes indicate a ZIP-based archive.
    • Readable XML/JSON suggests a structured text format.
    • Unreadable binary symbols imply a proprietary compiled format.
  3. Use the Original Software: Opening the file usually requires the original program, like Crick Software's WriteOnline or DocsPlus; if unsure, ask the sender.
  4. Use this Webpage: Drag and drop the file into our viewer to detect the format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview when possible.

Technical Data for WDOC File Extension

Related files:
Mime type:
application/vnd.crick.document

a wdoc WriteOnline Document is a special file format by Crick Software and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with WDOC files

  • Associate the WDOC file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open writeonline documents. Because only the current version supports the latest WDOC file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Crick Software manufacturer website after an available WriteOnline update.
  • To make sure that your WDOC file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .WDOC file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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