Opening a WPZ File

The WPZ file type is primarily associated with SeeYou.

WPZFile Extension WPZ
File extension: WPZ
File type:  Waypoint

What is a WPZ file

WPZ files mostly belong to SeeYou by Naviter. SeeYou is a planning and analysis tool for glider pilots. It is designed for the desktop and notebook PCs.

How to open a WPZ file

You need a suitable software like SeeYou to open a WPZ file. You need a suitable software like SeeYou from Naviter to open a WPZ 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 WPZ file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a WPZ 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 .WPZ File Fails to Open

Because .WPZ files can originate from various programs, they aren't universally openable.

  1. Identify the Source: A file from a glider pilot suggests a Naviter SeeYou Waypoint file, while older office workflows may indicate a Corel WordPerfect Wizard.
  2. Check the Header: Inspect the first bytes in a text or hex editor:
    • "PK" means it is a ZIP archive.
    • Readable XML or text suggests uncompressed data.
    • Random binary characters imply a proprietary format.
  3. Use the Original Software: Opening it usually requires the native app, like Naviter SeeYou or WordPerfect; if unsure, ask the sender.
  4. Use this Webpage: Drag and drop your file into our viewer to detect its format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview contents when possible.

Technical Data for WPZ File Extension

Related files:

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: ethereal-file
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ethereal\ethereal.exe %1

ProgramID: ethereal-file
EXEFile: D:\hack'n-crack\Ethereal\ethereal.exe %1

ProgramID: wireshark-file
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Wireshark\wireshark.exe

ProgramID: EtherPeek.PacketFile.4
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\WildPackets\EtherPeek\PEEK.EXE

ProgramID: ethereal-file
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\_wwwUtils\_BB\Ethereal0.10.10\ethereal.exe


a wpz Waypoint is a special file format by Naviter and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with WPZ files

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