WKS files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: Lotus 1-2-3 Spreadsheet
General Information
| Title | WKS File Extension |
| Extension | .wks |
| Full Form | Lotus 1-2-3 Spreadsheet |
| File Type | Spreadsheet File |
| Developer | Lotus Development Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.lotus-1-2-3 |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store data |
| Additional Functions | Data analysis, Chart creation |
| Features | Formulas, Graphs |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Data Management | Yes |
| Financial Analysis | Yes |
| Reporting | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Macro viruses |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, File scanning |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 1980s |
| Latest Version | Lotus 1-2-3 discontinued |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .123, .xls, .xlsx, .ods |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Lotus 1-2-3 |
Discontinued | Windows |
 Microsoft Excel |
Paid, Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 LibreOffice Calc |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
Type 2: Works Spreadsheet
A WKS file stores data in a grid of cells in rows and columns. It may contain formulas, text, or numbers. Lotus Software released Lotus 1-2-3, a popular spreadsheet application, in 1983. However, its ...
General Information
| Title | WKS File Extension |
| Extension | .wks |
| Full Form | Works Spreadsheet File |
| File Type | Spreadsheet File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.ms-works |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store spreadsheet data |
| Additional Functions | Support formulas, charts |
| Features | Grid layout, Basic calculations |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Depends on content |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Personal Finance | Yes |
| Educational Projects | Yes |
| Small Business Management | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Macro viruses |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Safe sources |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | Part of Works 9.0 (2007) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .xlr, .xls, .xlsx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Works |
Discontinued | Windows |
| Microsoft Excel |
Commercial | Windows, Mac |
| LibreOffice Calc |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |