Mswrd632.wpc - What is it?
Mswrd632.wpc is a Microsoft Office Word error message. This error message is often displayed in the following format:
‘Word cannot start the converter mswrd632.wpc’
The error message mswrd632.wpc may pop up when computer users try to open certain MS Word documents using the .doc extension.
Solution
Error Causes
Error Mswrd632.wpc may be triggered due to several reasons. Some of the common reasons for the mswrd632.wpc error code include:
- Issues with Microsoft Word application
- MSwrd632.wpc file corrupted
- Changes in the registry configuration settings
- Issues with security updates
Sometimes when you attempt to access the Word file of the older version of the MS Word application after new security updates, you may experience this error code.
This happens because the new security features that you have installed in the updated version blocks old files from being accessed.
Further Information and Manual Repair
If you can’t access important MS Word files on your PC, due to the error Mswrd632.wpc, then don’t you worry! The good news is that it is easy to fix and repair. By following a few simple methods, you can easily resolve this issue and access your MS Word files.
Try the methods listed below to repair error Mswrd632.wpc on your system:
Method 1: Copy the MSwrd632.wpc file From Another Computer
The error may also occur if the MSwrd632.wpc file is corrupted. In such as situation, copy the MSwrd632.wpc file on your PC from another computer.
You can usually find this file in the following path C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft SharedTextConv.
However, please note this method is not secure and may make your PC vulnerable to a possible security hack. Do it when your PC is not connected to the internet.
Method 2: Unregister the Text Converter
This issue can also be resolved by unregistering the converter. Here is a step-by-step guide to unregister the converter.
- First, go to the start menu and select RUN.
- Type REGEDIT and press the OK button.
- Next, what you have to do is find and click on registry subkeys. Here are the keys that you have to click on
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftSharedToolsText ConvertersImportMSWord6.wpc (Windows 32 bit OS)
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREWow6432NodeMicrosoftSharedToolsText ConvertersImportMSWord6.wpc (Windows 64 bit OS)
- Choose the key according to your Windows bit operating system. After that, click on the Edit menu, select the Delete option and click ‘Yes’ to activate changes.
This change will effectively unregister the text converter and disable it for third-party applications and for Microsoft Office enabling you to access your desired MS Word files easily.
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