What to Do When .WI Files Are Lost After a Malfunctioning Update

Have files been deleted due to a user’s error or software error? Have you formatted a disk by accident and need to know how to recover the files? Read our .WI file recovery guide for Windows, MacOS, Android and IOS in 2024.

What to Do When .WI Files Are Lost After a Malfunctioning Update
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What is a .WI file?

Image file compressed using wavelet image compression, a high compression algorithm that maintains the most of the quality of the original image.

What Are Common Causes of ".WI" Files Lost or Failure?

There are several common causes of ".WI" file loss or failure:

  1. Accidental deletion: Users may accidentally delete ".WI" files while organizing or cleaning up their computer system.
  2. Software errors: Errors in software applications, such as crashes or bugs, can lead to ".WI" file corruption or loss.
  3. Power outages: Sudden power outages or system shutdowns can interrupt the file saving process, resulting in ".WI" file loss or corruption.
  4. Virus or malware attacks: Malicious software can infect and damage ".WI" files, making them inaccessible or causing them to be deleted.
  5. Hardware failures: Issues with the computer's hard drive, such as bad sectors or physical damage, can lead to ".WI" file loss or corruption.
  6. File system errors: Errors within the file system, such as disk fragmentation or file system corruption, can cause ".WI" files to become lost or unreadable.
  7. Human error: Mistakes made by users, such as accidentally formatting a storage device or performing incorrect file operations, can result in ".WI" file loss.
  8. Upgrading or reinstalling operating systems: When upgrading or reinstalling an operating system, there is a risk of data loss, including ".WI" files, if not properly backed up.
  9. File system conversion: Converting the file system of a storage device, such as from FAT32 to NTFS, can sometimes result in data loss, including ".WI" files.
  10. Physical damage or loss of storage devices: Physical damage to storage devices, such as hard drives or flash drives, or loss/theft of these devices can lead to permanent ".WI" file loss.

How to recover lost ".WI" files?

Sometimes while working with a computer, laptop or other stationary or mobile devices, you may encounter various bugs, freezes, hardware or software failures, even in spite of regular updates and junk cleaning. As a result, an important ".WI" file may be deleted.

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By no means should you think that the only way to recover a ".WI" file is always to create it once more.

Use programs for recovering ".WI" files if a file was lost after accidental or deliberate deleting, formatting the memory card or the internal storage, cleaning the storage device, after a virus attack or a system failure.

Programs to recover ".WI" files

Looking for a way to get files back? In cases when files were deleted and they cannot be restored by using standard operating system tools, use Hetman Partition Recovery.

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Follow the directions below:

  1. Download Hetman Partition Recovery, install and start the program.

  2. The program will automatically scan the computer and display all hard disks and removable drives connected to it, as well as physical and local disks.

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  3. Double-click on the disk from which you need to recover ".WI" files, and select analysis type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Analysis Type

  4. When the scanning is over, you will be shown the files for recovery.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Files that Can be Restored

  5. To find a file you need, use the program’s interface to open the folder it was deleted from, or go to the folder "Content-Aware Analysis" and select the required file type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Deep Scan

  6. Select the files you have been looking for and click "Recovery".

    File Recovery Software - Files List for Recovery

  7. Choose one of the methods for saving the files and recover them.

    Saving recovered files in Hetman Partition Recovery

How to open file with ".WI" extension?

Looking for how to open a stereo wavelet Image image file file?

Programs that open ".WI" files

Windows
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019 CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019
Corel Presentations X9 Corel Presentations X9

Additional Information

  • File type: Wavelet Image

  • File extension: .WI

  • Developer: N/A

  • Category: Raster Image Files

  • Format: Binary

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Vladimir Artiukh

Author: Vladimir Artiukh, Technical Writer

Vladimir Artiukh is a technical writer for Hetman Software, as well as the voice and face of their English-speaking YouTube channel, Hetman Software: Data Recovery for Windows. He handles tutorials, how-tos, and detailed reviews on how the company’s tools work with all kinds of data storage devices.

Oleg Afonin

Editor: Oleg Afonin, Technical Writer

Oleg Afonin is an expert in mobile forensics, data recovery and computer systems. He often attends large data security conferences, and writes several blogs for such resources as xaker.ru, Elcomsoft and Habr. In addition to his online activities, Oleg’s articles are also published in professional magazines. Also, Oleg Afonin is the co-author of a well-known book, Mobile Forensics - Advanced Investigative Strategies.

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Questions and answers

  • What is a .WI file extension and what does it represent in terms of file format?

    The .WI file extension does not have a commonly known or widely used file format associated with it. It is possible that it could be a proprietary file format specific to a particular software or application. Without more specific information, it is difficult to determine the exact nature or purpose of a .WI file.

  • How can I open a .WI file and what software or tools are required?

    A .WI file is typically associated with the Wavelet Image format used for storing compressed images. To open a .WI file, you will need a software or tool that supports this format. One such tool is the XnView software.

    Here's how you can open a .WI file using XnView:

    1. Download and install XnView from the official website (https://www.xnview.com/).
    2. Launch XnView on your computer.
    3. Go to "File" in the menu bar and select "Open".
    4. Browse to the location of the .WI file you want to open and select it.
    5. Click on the "Open" button.

    XnView should now open the .WI file, allowing you to view and work with the compressed image within the software.

    Note: If you do not have access to XnView or if it does not support the .WI format, you may need to search for alternative software that specifically supports this format.

  • Are there any specific applications or programs that are commonly used to create or view .WI files?

    The .WI file extension does not have a commonly associated application or program. It is possible that .WI files are specific to a certain software or system and can only be opened or created using that particular software. Without more information about the origin or context of the .WI file, it is difficult to determine the appropriate application or program to use.
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