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Basic information about NWC file

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

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


1.Detail information about NWC file extension: Navisworks Cache File

File type Navisworks Cache File Category CAD Files
Developer Autodesk File format Binary
Description NWC file is a Navisworks Cache File developed by Autodesk. Cache file created by Navisworks, a software package used for creating CAD design reviews; automatically generated by Navisworks when importing CAD files into the working file set (.NWF file); saves the model geometry and metadata in the native format for Navisworks; enables models to load more quickly.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NWC files

Windows		 Autodesk Navisworks


2.Detail information about NWC file extension: NoteWorthy Composer File

File type NoteWorthy Composer File Category Audio Files
Developer NoteWorthy File format N/A
Description NWC file is a NoteWorthy Composer File developed by NoteWorthy.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert NWC files

Windows		 NoteWorthy Composer (commercial)
NoteWorthy Composer Viewer (free)
NoteWorthy Player (free)



How to convert NWC files to another file format?

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

NWC to MIDI


How to convert another files to NWC file format?

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

MID to NWC


Can't open a NWC 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.NWC”。

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 NWC extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the NWC 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.