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Basic information about AFW file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension AFW（*.AFW or *.afw）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the AFW file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the AFW file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the AFW file with their brief description and a list of programs that support AFW file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the AFW file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the AFW file?
  • How to open a AFW file?
  • What programs do I need to open a AFW file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a AFW file?
  • How to convert AFW files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to AFW file format?


1.Detail information about AFW file extension: Micrografx FlowCharter Work Area

File type Micrografx FlowCharter Work Area Category Settings Files
Developer iGrafx, LCC. File format N/A
Description AFW file is a Micrografx FlowCharter Work Area developed by iGrafx, LCC.. AFW filename suffix is mostly used for Micrografx FlowCharter Work Area files. Micrografx FlowCharter Work Area specification was created by iGrafx, LCC.. AFW file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with AFW extension are categorized as Settings Files files. The Settings Files subset comprises 1087 various file formats. The most popular software that supports AFW files is iGrafx FlowCharter. iGrafx FlowCharter software was developed by iGrafx, LCC., and on its official website you may find more information about AFW files or the iGrafx FlowCharter software program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert AFW files

Windows		 iGrafx FlowCharter



Can't open a AFW file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.AFW”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the AFW extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support AFW file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of AFW files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a AFW file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a AFW file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a AFW file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the AFW file is damaged.
  • Whether the AFW file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the AFW file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the AFW file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the AFW file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a AFW file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a AFW file.

If the AFW file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.