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Basic information about RWD file

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

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


1.Detail information about RWD file extension: NRG Raw Wind Data File

File type NRG Raw Wind Data File Category Data Files
Developer NRG Systems File format Binary
Description RWD file is a NRG Raw Wind Data File developed by NRG Systems. Data file created by NRG Systems' Symphonie data loggers, which capture wind speed and direction information; can be uploaded to a PC and processed using Symphonie Data Retriever, a free program provided by NRG Systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RWD files

Windows		 NRG Systems Symphonie Data Retriever


2.Detail information about RWD file extension: Microsoft Flight Simulator Rewards File

File type Microsoft Flight Simulator Rewards File Category Game Files
Developer Microsoft File format Binary
Description RWD file is a Microsoft Flight Simulator Rewards File developed by Microsoft.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert RWD files

Windows		 Microsoft Flight Simulator X Gold Edition
FSX Mission Rewards Decompile Utility



Can't open a RWD 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.RWD”。

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 RWD extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the RWD 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.