I can confirm that I got a legitimate copy from FileHippo. If you download something from one of these sites, be sure to verify the MD5 hash is C288290A866B2F92A11FB07F7077F42C. I like to use a program called QuickHash to check MD5 sums. Also, make sure the software is digitally signed by Microsoft. Graham Mayor has also made a Microsoft Works Converter for Works version 6 and earlier.
But instead of firing back a snarky email to the person who sent you the WPS ( or perhaps a fax would get through to them in the old-fashioned manner to which they are accustomed) asking them to re-send the file in a format suitable for the 21st century, you can do the polite thing and convert it – which is exactly what I’ll show you how to do in this groovyTutorial.īut first, let me show you how not toconvert your WPS file: PSA: Do Not Use Zamzar This program is not an official Microsoft product, but it might be worth a try.Īnyway, if you’re like me, and you have Microsoft Word 2007 or Microsoft Word 2010 on your computer but no time machine to take you back to the year 1991 so you can run Microsoft Works, that WPS file will be about as useful to you as a wax cylinder full of piano rags. Google “ Convert WPS to DOC” and your top hit is going to be. I’ve used Zamzar in the past, and it’s a pretty good service. But I don’t like that they collect your email address. They promise that they won’t rent or sell your personal information but intentions are one thing and being targeted by hackers is another.
I’m not saying that Zamzar isn’t as good a steward of your personal data as they say they are, I’m just advocating not taking any undue risks. It’s also best practice not to be uploading any potentially sensitive documents, even if Zamzar does offer encryption. The Easy Way to Open WPS Files in Microsoft Word Finally, it’s a pain to have to wait for 10 to 15 minutes for Zamzar to convert your file and email it to you. Never use a third-party service when there’s an official solution. It’s called the Microsoft Works 6-9 File Converter (link defunct), and you can download it for free from Microsoft. Step 1ĭownload and install the Microsoft Works 6-9 File Converter. This process is pretty straightforward just run the MSI and follow the on-screen instructions.Īfter the installation is complete, locate one of those pesky.
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