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Basic information about LWS file

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

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


1.Detail information about LWS file extension: LightWave 3D Scene File

File type LightWave 3D Scene File Category 3D Image Files
Developer NewTek File format N/A
Description LWS file is a LightWave 3D Scene File developed by NewTek. Three-dimensional scene created with LightWave 3D, a 3D modeling, animation, and rendering program; includes information about object positions and movements, as well as cameras and their movements.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert LWS files

Windows
NewTek LightWave 3D
pmG messiahStudio

macOS
NewTek LightWave 3D
pmG messiahStudio



How to convert another files to LWS file format?

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



Can't open a LWS 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.LWS”。

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 LWS extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the LWS 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.