Convert WBK to DOX

Understanding the wbk and dox file formats

WBK files are backup copies created by Microsoft Word. When the auto-backup feature is enabled, Word saves a backup of your document with the .wbk extension. These files are essentially Word documents but are not meant for direct editing or sharing.

DOX is a less common file extension, sometimes used as an alternative to .doc for Microsoft Word documents. However, it is not officially recognized by Microsoft, and most modern Word processors may not natively support it. In some cases, .dox files are simply .doc files with a different extension.

How to convert wbk to dox

To convert a WBK file to a DOX file, you need to first open the backup file in Microsoft Word and then save it with the desired extension. Since .dox is not a standard format, you can save the file as .doc and then manually rename the extension to .dox if required by your workflow.

Step-by-step conversion process

1. Open Microsoft Word.
2. Go to File → Open and select your .wbk file.
3. Once opened, go to File → Save As.
4. Choose Word 97-2003 Document (*.doc) as the file type.
5. Save the file to your desired location.
6. Navigate to the saved file in your file explorer, right-click, and select Rename.
7. Change the file extension from .doc to .dox.

Recommended software for conversion

The best software for this conversion is Microsoft Word itself, as it natively supports .wbk files and allows you to save in the .doc format. For batch conversions or if you do not have access to Microsoft Word, you can use LibreOffice Writer or online converters like Zamzar or OnlineConvert, but you may still need to manually rename the extension to .dox after conversion.

Important notes

• .dox is not a widely supported format. Ensure your target application can open .dox files.
• Always keep a backup of your original .wbk file before conversion.
• If you encounter issues opening the .dox file, try renaming it back to .doc.