AWT File Extension

What is AWT file?

AWT filename suffix is mostly used for AbiWord Template files. AbiWord Template specification was created by AbiSource. AWT file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. Files with AWT extension are categorized as Text Files files. The Text Files subset comprises 440 various file formats. The most popular program for handling AWT files is AbiWord, but users can choose among 2 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of The AbiSource Community developer not only will you find detailed information about theAbiWord software, but also about AWT and other supported file formats.

Programs which support AWT file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open AWT files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. Files with AWT 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 AWT extension?

Problems with accessing AWT may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to AbiWord Template files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the AbiWord

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening AWT files is that no program that can handle AWT files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download AbiWord and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit AbiWord website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update AbiWord to the latest version

If you already have AbiWord installed on your systems and AWT files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that AbiWord cannot handle files with AWT may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of AbiWord should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate AbiWord Template files with AbiWord

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate AWT files with latest version of AbiWord you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the AWT file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where AbiWord is installed, check the Always use this app to open AWT files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the AWT file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select AbiWord and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with AWT extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the AWT is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the AWT file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the AWT is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. AWT file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the AWT file’s structure is intact

If the AWT file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the AWT file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the AbiWord Template file again.

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

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

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with AbiWord Template files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with AWT files affecting older versions of given software.

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