I cannot open a DWL file. What should I do? Help!
Virtually anyone has encountered some problems with opening unknown files while working on a computer. It can be very frustrating. Yet such problems, not only with DWL files, can be addressed in a standard way. Follow the steps below and we can guarantee that your problem with opening DWL will be resolved!
DWL File Extension
- File type TurboCAD Drawing Lock Format
- File developer IMSI
- File category Misc Files
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What is a(n) DWL file?
The .DWL extension is most often used by the lock file used for 2D and 3D design of TurboCad. The file has the function of preventing damage to the drawing, thanks to its use it is impossible to open the same project twice in the program. The file is automatically deleted when you finish work.
How to open DWL file?
If given user account does not have necessary permissions to open files with DWL extension, it is highly probable that no program that supports given files is installed on the users’ system. Below is a list of actions user should pursue in order to resolve most common problems.
Step 1. Download and install application that supports DWL files
After the application has been installed, the system should automatically open DWL files with given application. Below is the list of relevant programs along with operating systems they are available for:
Programs that support DWL files
Step 2. Verify whether DWL files are associated with appropriate software
It is possible that an application that supports DWL files is not associated with such files. In such case, the program should by manually associated with DWL files (right-click on the file icon → Properties → General Tab → In submenu "Open with" and click on "Change" button. System will display a list of suggested programs that support DWL files. Choose the application by checking the box "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files". System will store this information in its registry and use it to open DWL files with the selected program.
Changing DWL file association in registry
File association for DWL files can be edited manually by editing appropriate entry in Windows System Registry. However, it is discouraged as it may introduce errors to registry if not done properly and may even damage the system.
Step 3. Check DWL file for other errors
- DWL file was not copied properly from storage medium.
- Antivirus application prevents opening DWL files. In that case it is recommended to exercise extreme caution and recover or delete infected DWL file. It is also advised to scan the entire system for malicious software and viruses with antivirus software.
- For DWL files downloaded from the internet it is advised to check if the file has been downloaded completely and is not corrupted. If not, the file should be re-downloaded.
