Tips to open IWA file
Can't open the IWA file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open IWA files as well as a list of programs that support IWA files.
IWA file extension
| File Name |
IBM Writing Assistant Text Document Format |
| File Category |
Text Files |
The IWA file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the IWA files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the IWA file on each system platform.
What is IWA file?
The file in the IWA format belongs to the Text Files category. Additionally, the Text Files category contains 440 of other files. IBM Writing Assistant Text Document Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of iOS, Mac OS, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is Pages. This was created by Apple, Inc.. This file type can also be opened by 6 other programs. The Keynote, Numbers programs will also handle the file when the Pages program does not fulfill its role.
How to open IWA file?
The most common problem when using IBM Writing Assistant Text Document Format is that a specific IWA is not associated with the program. This causes the file IWA to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the IWA 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 Pages
In this case, you should first verify that the Pages application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing Pages into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file IWA.
Programs to open IWA file
Remember to download programs supporting IWA files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Pages with IWA files
If, despite the installed application, the IWA file does not start in the Pages application, you must create a file association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. 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 IWA file with the Pages application.
Step 3. Update Pages to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Pages program, it is possible that IBM Writing Assistant Text Document Format requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Apple, Inc. page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the IWA file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. File problems can be divided into the following:
The IWA file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This suggests truncating the IWA file contents when downloading or copying. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the IWA file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected IWA file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
Older version of IWA file may not always be supported by the latest software version. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular IWA file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted IWA files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. If possible, you can try to move the IWA file to another location.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. However, some background programs may block the IWA file while scanning. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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