OTW File Extension

What is OTW file?

OTW is a file extension commonly associated with Origin Worksheet Template Format files. OTW files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. OTW file format, along with 100 other file formats, belongs to the Spreadsheet Files category. Origin is by far the most used program for working with OTW files. Origin software was developed by OriginLab Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about OTW files or the Origin software program.

Programs which support OTW file extension

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

Updated: 11/23/2021

How to open file with OTW extension?

Problems with accessing OTW may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with OTW 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 Origin software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening OTW files is that no program that can handle OTW files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Origin developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support OTW files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Origin installed is by going to developer’s website (OriginLab Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Origin to the latest version

If you already have Origin installed on your systems and OTW files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Origin installed, it may not support OTW format. The most recent version of Origin is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open OTW files to Origin

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate OTW files with latest version of Origin you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

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

Change the default application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Check the OTW for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the OTW file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the OTW file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the OTW file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the OTW file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the OTW file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with OTW extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Origin Worksheet Template Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Origin

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Origin Worksheet Template Format 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 OTW files affecting older versions of given software.

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