PWZIP File Extension

What is PWZIP file?

PWZIP is a file extension commonly associated with Polyworks Compressed Archive files. Polyworks Compressed Archive specification was created by InnovMetric Software Inc.. PWZIP file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. PWZIP file format, along with 619 other file formats, belongs to the Archive Files category. Polyworks is by far the most used program for working with PWZIP files. Polyworks software was developed by InnovMetric Software Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about PWZIP files or the Polyworks software program.

Programs which support PWZIP file extension

The following listing features PWZIP-compatible programs. Files with PWZIP suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with PWZIP extension?

Being unable to open files with PWZIP extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with PWZIP extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install Polyworks

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening PWZIP files is that no program that can handle PWZIP files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Polyworks developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Polyworks installed is by going to developer’s website (InnovMetric Software Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Polyworks

If the problems with opening PWZIP files still occur even after installing Polyworks, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Polyworks is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Polyworks installed, it may not support PWZIP 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 Polyworks.

Step 3. Set the default application to open PWZIP files to Polyworks

After installing Polyworks (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open PWZIP files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the PWZIP file and choose 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 Polyworks installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PWZIP files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected PWZIP file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Polyworks and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PWZIP extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the PWZIP file is complete and free of 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 PWZIP file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

If the PWZIP is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. 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 PWZIP file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the PWZIP 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. It could happen the the download process of file with PWZIP extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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 Polyworks Compressed Archive file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Polyworks

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

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 Polyworks Compressed Archive files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the PWZIP files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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