File Extension Library


.WIZ File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: Executable Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .WIZ files and how to open them?

Can't open .WIZ file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .WIZ file.

What is a .WIZ file extension?

.WIZ file extension is created by Microsoft. .WIZ has been classified as Executable Files. The format of .WIZ file is Binary.

.WIZ is Microsoft Wizard File

Wizard file used by Microsoft programs, such as Microsoft Word; contains macros, templates, and user interface elements; used to guide users through a series of steps in completing a complex or repetitive task; can be created as an add-in for Microsoft programs.

WIZ files may be created in Microsoft Word by opening a new document template, creating new macros, saving the template as a .DOT file, and then changing the ".dot" extension to ".wiz." Built-in WIZ files may be modified by editing the macro code.

NOTE: Some wizard built-in macros are protected through encryption and cannot be modified.

List of all softwares that can open the Microsoft Wizard File
Windows
Microsoft Word 2016
Microsoft Publisher 2016

How to fix problems with .WIZ files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .WIZ files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .WIZ file format
  2. You need to check the .WIZ file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)