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Basic information about SHW file

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

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


1.Detail information about SHW file extension: Corel Presentation

File type Corel Presentation Category Data Files
Developer Corel File format N/A
Description SHW file is a Corel Presentation developed by Corel. Slide show or presentation created by Corel Presentations (part of WordPerfect Office); contains slides that may include text, images, and other media; may also be exported as a PowerPoint slideshow (.PPT file) or a self-executing file, which allows the slide show to be viewed by users who do not have Corel Presentations on their computers.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SHW files

Windows		 Corel Presentations X8
CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2017
PMView Pro
WordPerfect Office


2.Detail information about SHW file extension: MagicQ Show File

File type MagicQ Show File Category Data Files
Developer Chamsys File format N/A
Description SHW file is a MagicQ Show File developed by Chamsys.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SHW files

Windows		 Chamsys MagicQ

macOS
 Chamsys MagicQ

Linux		 Chamsys MagicQ



How to convert SHW files to another file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for SHW files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve SHW to another files conversion, you may use the option.

SHW to EPS SHW to PPT


Can't open a SHW 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.SHW”。

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 SHW extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SHW 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.