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Basic information about DWF file

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

There are 1 file types using the DWF file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DWF file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DWF file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DWF file extension. It answers questions such as:

What is the DWF file?
How to open a DWF file?
What programs do I need to open a DWF file?
What programs help to create and edit a DWF file?
How to convert DWF files to another file format?
How to convert another files to DWF file format?

1.Detail information about DWF file extension: Design Web Format File

Software programs that will open, edit or convert DWF files
File type	Design Web Format File	Category	3D Image Files
Developer	Autodesk	File format	Binary
Description	DWF file is a Design Web Format File developed by Autodesk. A DWF file is a 2D/3D drawing saved in the Design Web Format (DWF) developed by Autodesk. It contains design data, which includes graphics and text. DWF files are saved in a compressed format to reduce the size of the file.
Windows	Autodesk Design Review IMSI TurboCAD Pro 2017 TurboCAD LTE Pro 9 CorelCAD 2017 AutoDWG DWGSee ACD Systems Canvas X 2017 Safe Software FME Desktop CAD Systems Unlimited Slick! ViewPlus Any DWF to DWG Converter AutoCAD Autodesk Inventor Free DWG Viewer
macOS	IMSI TurboCAD Deluxe v10 CorelCAD 2017 McDwiff
Android	AutoDesk AutoCAD 360
iOS	AutoDesk AutoCAD 360 McDwiff
Web	ShareCAD.org AutoDesk A360 Viewer

How to convert DWF files to another file format?

There are 15 records in our database eligible for DWF files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve DWF to another files conversion, you may use the option.

DWF to DWFX	DWF to DWG	DWF to DXF	DWF to IGS
DWF to IPJ	DWF to M3G	DWF to PDF	DWF to RND
DWF to SLD	DWF to STEP	DWF to STP	DWF to VDA
DWF to W2D	DWF to W3D	DWF to X_T

How to convert another files to DWF file format?

There are 10 records in our database eligible for another files to DWF file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to DWF conversion, you may use the option.

DWFX to DWF	IGES to DWF	EASM to DWF	STP to DWF
DXF to DWF	IAM to DWF	IPT to DWF	SAT to DWF
STEP to DWF	IGS to DWF

Can't open a DWF 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.DWF”。

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 DWF extension without any issue.

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

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

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

If the DWF 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.