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Basic information about CDW file

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

There are 1 file types using the CDW file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CDW file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CDW file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CDW file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CDW file?
  • How to open a CDW file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CDW file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CDW file?
  • How to convert CDW files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CDW file format?


1.Detail information about CDW file extension: KOMPAS Document

File type KOMPAS Document Category CAD Files
Developer ASCON File format Binary
Description CDW file is a KOMPAS Document developed by ASCON. CAD document created by KOMPAS-3D, a program used for modeling parts and assemblies; can be used for generating design documentation, technical illustrations, and for exporting model geometry for manufacturing.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDW files

Windows		 ASCON KOMPAS-3D
ASCON KOMPAS-3D Viewer



How to convert CDW files to another file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for CDW files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve CDW to another files conversion, you may use the option.

CDW to PDF


Can't open a CDW 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.CDW”。

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 CDW extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CDW 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.