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OWS File Extension

Web Studio Project
  • Developer
    Beach Software, LLC
  • Category
    Document Files
  • Popularity
    2.8 (6 votes)

What is OWS file?

OWS is a file extension commonly associated with Web Studio Project files. Web Studio Project format was developed by Beach Software, LLC. OWS file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with OWS extension are categorized as Document Files files. The Document Files subset comprises 574 various file formats. The most popular software that supports OWS files is Web Studio. Software named Web Studio was created by Beach Software, LLC. In order to find more detailed information on the software and OWS files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support OWS file extension

The following listing features OWS-compatible programs. OWS files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Programs that support OWS file

Windows Windows

How to open file with OWS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening OWS files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Web Studio Project files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the Web Studio

Install software to open OWS file Problems with opening and working with OWS files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with OWS files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Web Studio and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Web Studio installed is by going to developer’s website (Beach Software, LLC) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Web Studio to the latest version

Update software that support file extension OWSIf you already have Web Studio installed on your systems and OWS 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. This can be one of the causes why OWS files are not compatible with Web Studio. The latest version of Web Studio should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Web Studio to OWS files

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

Associate software with OWS file on Windows

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 OWS file
  • Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
  • The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Web Studio is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open OWS files and clicking OK.
Associate software with OWS file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

  • By clicking right mouse button on the selected OWS file open the file menu and choose Information
  • Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
  • Select Web Studio and click Change for all...
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with OWS extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the OWS for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper OWS file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

Check OWS file for viruses
1. Verify that the OWS in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the OWS 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. If the scanner detected that the OWS file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the OWS file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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. If the OWS file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 Web Studio Project file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Web Studio

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with OWS 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 Web Studio Project 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 OWS files affecting older versions of given software.

Conversion of a OWS file

File Conversions from OWS extension to a different format
File conversions from other format to OWS file
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