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Basic information about CCW file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension CCW（*.CCW or *.ccw）, 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 CCW file yourself.

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


1.Detail information about CCW file extension: Crossword Compiler Saved Puzzle

File type Crossword Compiler Saved Puzzle Category Game Files
Developer WordWeb Software File format N/A
Description CCW file is a Crossword Compiler Saved Puzzle developed by WordWeb Software. CCW filename suffix is mostly used for Crossword Compiler Saved Puzzle files. Crossword Compiler Saved Puzzle specification was created by WordWeb Software. Files with CCW extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. CCW file format, along with 1248 other file formats, belongs to the Game Files category. Crossword Compiler is by far the most used program for working with CCW files. Crossword Compiler software was developed by WordWeb Software, and on its official website you may find more information about CCW files or the Crossword Compiler software program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CCW files

Windows		 Crossword Compiler



Can't open a CCW 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.CCW”。

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 CCW extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support CCW 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 CCW 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 CCW file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a CCW 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 CCW file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the CCW 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.