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Basic information about MWX file

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

There are 2 file types using the MWX file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the MWX file with their brief description and a list of programs that support MWX file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the MWX file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the MWX file?
  • How to open a MWX file?
  • What programs do I need to open a MWX file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a MWX file?
  • How to convert MWX files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to MWX file format?


1.Detail information about MWX file extension: MapGuide Author Map Window XML File

File type MapGuide Author Map Window XML File Category GIS Files
Developer Autodesk File format XML
Description MWX file is a MapGuide Author Map Window XML File developed by Autodesk. File created by MapGuide Author, a program used to integrate CAD and GIS data and design maps; contains a description of the data covered in a map, including name, layer settings, styles, colors, and a contacting server address; used for saving map configurations and contacting Autodesk MapGuide servers to display spatial data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MWX files

Windows		 Autodesk Infrastructure Map Server
MapGuide Enterprise
MapGuide Viewer


2.Detail information about MWX file extension: MicroWorlds EX File

File type MicroWorlds EX File Category Data Files
Developer Logo Computer Systems File format Binary
Description MWX file is a MicroWorlds EX File developed by Logo Computer Systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MWX files

Windows		 LCSI MicroWorlds EX
LCSI MicroWorlds EX Robotics

macOS
 LCSI MicroWorlds EX
LCSI MicroWorlds EX Robotics



Can't open a MWX 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.MWX”。

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 MWX extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the MWX 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.