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Basic information about NW_ file

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

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


1.Detail information about NW_ file extension: Noteworthy Composer Compressed

File type Noteworthy Composer Compressed Category Backup Files
Developer Noteworthy Software, Inc. File format N/A
Description NW_ file is a Noteworthy Composer Compressed developed by Noteworthy Software, Inc.. Full format name of files that use NW_ extension is Noteworthy Composer Compressed. Noteworthy Software, Inc. defined the Noteworthy Composer Compressed format standard. NW_ files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. NW_ file format, along with 619 other file formats, belongs to the Archive Files category. NoteWorthy Composer is by far the most used program for working with NW_ files. NoteWorthy Composer software was developed by Noteworthy Software, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about NW_ files or the NoteWorthy Composer software program.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NW_ files

Windows		 Noteworthy Composer



How to convert NW_ files to another file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for NW_ files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve NW_ to another files conversion, you may use the option.

NWC to MIDI NWD to NWF NWF to NWD


How to convert another files to NW_ file format?

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

MP3 to NWF NWF to NWD MID to NWC NWD to NWF


Can't open a NW_ 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.NW_”。

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 NW_ extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the NW_ 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.