CSW File Extension

What is CSW file?

CSW is a file extension commonly associated with Corel WordPerfect Setup Information files. Corel WordPerfect Setup Information format was developed by Corel Corporation. CSW file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. CSW file format, along with 1305 other file formats, belongs to the Settings Files category. WordPerfect Office supports CSW files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 1 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Corel Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theWordPerfect Office software, but also about CSW and other supported file formats.

Programs which support CSW file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support CSW files. Files with CSW extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with CSW extension?

Problems with accessing CSW may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with CSW files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Install WordPerfect Office software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening CSW files is that no program that can handle CSW files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download WordPerfect Office and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download WordPerfect Office installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Corel Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of WordPerfect Office and update if needed

If you already have WordPerfect Office installed on your systems and CSW files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with CSW may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of WordPerfect Office should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Corel WordPerfect Setup Information files with WordPerfect Office

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate CSW files with latest version of WordPerfect Office you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the CSW with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the WordPerfect Office installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open CSW files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected CSW file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select WordPerfect Office and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with CSW extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the CSW file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the CSW file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the CSW in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the CSW file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. CSW file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with CSW extension is complete and error-free

If the CSW file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with CSW extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Corel WordPerfect Setup Information file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open WordPerfect Office

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with CSW extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Corel WordPerfect Setup Information files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with CSW files affecting older versions of given software.

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