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Basic information about PWD file

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

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


1.Detail information about PWD file extension: Solid Edge Weldment Document

File type Solid Edge Weldment Document Category CAD Files
Developer Siemens PLM Software File format N/A
Description PWD file is a Solid Edge Weldment Document developed by Siemens PLM Software. CAD file used by Solid Edge, a 3D CAD manufacturing application; contains a weldment design, which specifies an assembly of welded metal parts; used for saving and loading designs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PWD files

Windows		 Siemens Solid Edge
Okino Computer Graphics PolyTrans


2.Detail information about PWD file extension: Pocket Word Document

File type Pocket Word Document Category Text Files
Developer Microsoft File format Binary
Description PWD file is a Pocket Word Document developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PWD files

Windows		 SoftMaker Office
ABC Amber Text Converter
Ashampoo Office
TextMaker
TextMaker Viewer


3.Detail information about PWD file extension: Password Pro File

File type Password Pro File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PWD file is a Password Pro File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PWD files

Windows		 Password Pro


4.Detail information about PWD file extension: DynaCAD Parts Document

File type DynaCAD Parts Document Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description PWD file is a DynaCAD Parts Document.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert PWD files

Windows		 DynaCAD



How to convert PWD files to another file format?

There are 6 records in our database eligible for PWD files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve PWD to another files conversion, you may use the option.

PWD to DOC PWD to DOCX PWD to DWG PWD to PDF
PWD to TEXT PWD to TXT


How to convert another files to PWD file format?

There are 4 records in our database eligible for another files to PWD file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to PWD conversion, you may use the option.

DOCM to PWD RTF to PWD DOC to PWD DOCX to PWD


Can't open a PWD 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.PWD”。

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 PWD extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the PWD 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.