DRWPRP File Extension

What is DRWPRP file?

Full format name of files that use DRWPRP extension is SolidWorks Drawing Custom Properties Tab Template. SolidWorks Drawing Custom Properties Tab Template format was developed by SolidWorks Corporation. DRWPRP files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. DRWPRP file belongs to the 3D Image Files category just like 622 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular software that supports DRWPRP files is SolidWorks. Software named SolidWorks was created by SolidWorks Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and DRWPRP files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support DRWPRP file extension

Programs that can handle DRWPRP files are as follows. DRWPRP files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with DRWPRP extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening DRWPRP files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with DRWPRP files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install SolidWorks software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening DRWPRP files is that no program that can handle DRWPRP files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download SolidWorks and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support DRWPRP files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download SolidWorks installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit SolidWorks Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update SolidWorks to the latest version

If you already have SolidWorks installed on your systems and DRWPRP 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. If you have an older version of SolidWorks installed, it may not support DRWPRP format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using SolidWorks.

Step 3. Assign SolidWorks to DRWPRP files

After installing SolidWorks (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open DRWPRP files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the DRWPRP file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where SolidWorks is installed, check the Always use this app to open DRWPRP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with DRWPRP extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select SolidWorks and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DRWPRP extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the DRWPRP is not faulty

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the DRWPRP file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the DRWPRP file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the DRWPRP file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the DRWPRP file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the DRWPRP file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the DRWPRP file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with DRWPRP extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run SolidWorks

If the systems has insufficient resources to open DRWPRP files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with SolidWorks Drawing Custom Properties Tab Template file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DRWPRP files affecting older versions of given software.

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