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WDGT File - What is a .wdgt file and how do I open it?
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What is a WDGT file? Widget used by the Dashboard in Mac OS X 10.4 and later; contains a small program such as a clock, calendar, dictionary word search, weather report, or a calculator; used as the format for distributing widgets and can be double-clicked to install the widget on the dashboard.
More Information WDGT files are saved using .ZIP compression. The compressed container can include images, HTML files, JavaScript ( .JS ) files, .CSS styles, and other Web-based data.
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.WDGT File Extension
3 file types use the .wdgt file extension.
Dashboard Widget
| Developer | Apple |
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What is a WDGT file?
Widget used by the Dashboard in Mac OS X 10.4 and later; contains a small program such as a clock, calendar, dictionary word search, weather report, or a calculator; used as the format for distributing widgets and can be double-clicked to install the widget on the dashboard.
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WDGT files are saved using .ZIP compression. The compressed container can include images, HTML files, JavaScript ( .JS ) files, .CSS styles, and other Web-based data.
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Updated: January 13, 2015
Adobe Captivate Widget File
| Developer | Adobe Systems |
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A WDGT file may also be a component file used by Adobe Captivate, a multimedia publishing application often used to create eLearning products. It contains a pluggable module, or "widget," that can be inserted into Captivate projects ( .CPTX files). WDGT files are used for creating reusable components, such as pie charts or input forms.
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Widgets can be one of three types:
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WDGT files are written in ActionScript and require a copy of Adobe Flash to be installed on the computer.
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Updated: May 5, 2017
Opera Widget
| Developer | Opera |
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A WDGT file may also be an Opera widget , a lightweight web-based program designed to run on a user's desktop when using the Opera web browser, version 9 or later. It contains HTML , CSS , and JavaScript code that defines the widget's interface and behavior. WDGT files may also store settings, preferences, and content related to the widget's functionality, including user configurations, themes, or data fetched from web services (e.g., weather updates, stock prices, or news feeds).
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Opera widgets are customizable, allowing you to add various features or tools directly to your desktop, such as weather updates, clocks, or news feeds. They run in the background and function similarly to apps on mobile devices, providing quick access to specific functions without needing to open a full browser. However, since widgets are tied to the Opera browser, they may not work with other browsers or outside of the Opera ecosystem.
How to open a WDGT file
You can open WDGT files with the Opera web browser. To add a widget to the Opera browser, look for the "Widgets" section, which is typically located in the sidebar or menu. If it's not visible, you can enable it through the browser settings. You can then drag and drop the WDGT file into the sidebar to add it.
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Updated: March 5, 2025