Tips to open EDRW file
Can't open the EDRW file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open EDRW files as well as a list of programs that support EDRW files.
EDRW file extension
| File Name |
SolidWorks EDrawings Format |
| File Developer |
Dassault Systemes |
| File Category |
CAD Files |
The EDRW file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the EDRW files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the EDRW file on each system platform.
What is EDRW file?
The file in the EDRW format belongs to the CAD Files category. It was designed by Dassault Systemes. In addition to this file, the CAD Files category includes 158 related files. SolidWorks EDrawings Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Mac OS, Windows. It is recommended to use SolidWorks to handle this file. This is a program created by SolidWorks Corporation. There are also 2 alternative programs to handle the EDRW file. SolidWorks eDrawings Viewer, eDrawings Viewer will apply when it is not possible to use SolidWorks.
How to open EDRW file?
The main problem with SolidWorks EDrawings Format is that the EDRW file is incorrectly associated with programs. This causes the file EDRW to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the EDRW file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install SolidWorks
The first step is to check if the computer has the SolidWorks program installed. To do this, enter the name SolidWorks into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Later in this article you will find a list of programs that can open EDRW files.
Programs to open EDRW file
Remember to download programs supporting EDRW files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of SolidWorks with EDRW files
If, despite the installed application, the EDRW file does not start in the SolidWorks application, you must create a file association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the EDRW file with the SolidWorks application.
Step 3. Update SolidWorks to the latest version
If, despite the association of the SolidWorks program with the SolidWorks EDrawings Format file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the SolidWorks Corporation page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the EDRW file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
The EDRW file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the EDRW file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file EDRW or the program directory. However, remember that not every infected EDRW file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the EDRW files changes over time. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular EDRW file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Dassault Systemes, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted EDRW files cannot be played on other computers than the one on which they were encrypted, they must be decrypted before using on another device.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the EDRW file to another location will fix the problem.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Closing other programs should help. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file EDRW to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the EDRW file for a certain period of time. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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