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Basic information about PRW file

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

There are 4 file types using the PRW file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the PRW file with their brief description and a list of programs that support PRW file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the PRW file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the PRW file?
  • How to open a PRW file?
  • What programs do I need to open a PRW file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a PRW file?
  • How to convert PRW files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to PRW file format?


1.Detail information about PRW file extension: PR Weaver Saved Data File

File type PR Weaver Saved Data File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PRW file is a PR Weaver Saved Data File. The prw file extension is associated with Artlantis, a 3D rendering software for Microsoft Windows operating system that allows users to create 3D scenes.

The prw file stores shader preview data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PRW files

Windows		 PR Weaver


2.Detail information about PRW file extension: Artlantis Shader Preview File

File type Artlantis Shader Preview File Category Raster Image Files
Developer Abvent File format N/A
Description PRW file is a Artlantis Shader Preview File developed by Abvent.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PRW files

Windows		 Abvent Artlantis
Graphisoft ArchiCAD with Artlantis plugin

macOS
 Abvent Artlantis
Graphisoft ArchiCAD with Artlantis plugin


3.Detail information about PRW file extension: Jigs@w File

File type Jigs@w File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PRW file is a Jigs@w File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PRW files

Windows		 Jigs@w


4.Detail information about PRW file extension: PSI-Plot Result File

File type PSI-Plot Result File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PRW file is a PSI-Plot Result File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PRW files

Windows		 PSI-Plot



Can't open a PRW 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.PRW”。

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 PRW extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PRW 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.