WMZ Files: What to Do If You Don't Have Windows Compressed Metafile or Windows Media Compressed Skin File Software

Windows Compressed Metafile and Windows Media Compressed Skin File are typically associated with binary WMZ files, so you might be mistaken for thinking that these programs are the way to open a file with a WMZ extension.

Either way, if you're stuck with a WMZ file you absolutely have to open, keep on reading. We'll show you how to open it, even if you don't have Windows Compressed Metafile or Windows Media Compressed Skin File software installed on your system.

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Opening WMZ Files without Windows Compressed Metafile or Windows Media Compressed Skin File

Different software packages tend to sometimes share similar file types. Windows Compressed Metafile and Windows Media Compressed Skin File are some of the popular programs that use the WMZ file extension, so you should be able to use any of these two to open your file. You might even be able to find others by doing a quick Google search.

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If You Have Windows Compressed Metafile or Windows Media Compressed Skin File Installed

If one of these software packages are already installed on your PC, but it still won't work to open your WMZ file, you might have to check that the file associations are correct. Right-click on the file, select "Open With..." and then select Windows Compressed Metafile or Windows Media Compressed Skin File. That will create an association between the WMZ file extension and your chosen software.

Your WMZ Might Be Corrupt

Finally, if you're still having issues opening your WMZ file, download the file again or ask the sender to resend it. It's possible that your WMZ file might be corrupt. As a last resort, contact the software developers to see if they may be of further assistance.

Here's a list of WMZ-related software programs and their developers:

Software Developer
Windows Compressed Metafile Microsoft Corporation
Windows Media Compressed Skin File Microsoft Corporation

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