File extension .WK4
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Lotus 1-2-3 Version 4.x Spreadsheet Format | IBM | Data Files |
WK4 (Lotus 4 Worksheet) is a file extension associated with the Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheet software developed by IBM. This file type contains worksheets created in a tabular form with formulas, calculations, and text, as well as graphics.
The WK4 file format is based on older versions of the 1-2-3 Spreadsheet program; it is often used to store data including financial tables, analyses, calculations, charts and graph information. The data contained in the worksheet cell is divided into categories like numbers, strings and dates. These files are able to be exported and saved in other formats like WQ1, WK3, CSV and TXT.
Opening WK4 Files
The default application for opening WK4 files is Lotus 1-2-3 Version4 Spreadsheet.. It is available across multiple platforms including Windows, Linux, Mac OS X, DOS and UNIX. There is also a free download version that can be acquired from the IBM archives. Additionally, users may opt to use programs like Microsoft Excel or OpenOffice Calc; both of these programs are offered on multiple systems and are able to convert the worksheet into their own proprietary formats (e.g.,.xlsx or.ods).
Application of WK4 Files
The purpose of saving a file extension as WK4, aside from desired compatibility with the Lotus 1-2-3 program, is that its uses are broad enough to make it applicable for all sorts of tasks. For example: A company may use these files to collect meaningful data from financial reports over a series of months; a student may use these files to keep track of test results throughout a semester; or an analyst may use these files to create statistical models for predicting market patterns.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .WK4) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .WK4 extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .WK4 file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .WK4 extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .WK4 extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .WK4 file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .WK4 file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .WK4 file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .WK4 file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .WK4 file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
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