RWZ File Extension

What is RWZ file?

RWZ is a settings file associated with Microsoft Outlook. RWZ files store email rules that can be transferred between Outlook installations. All email rules, regardless of being used on the client-side or server side, are saved in RWZ files.

Email rules

Processing large quantities of email messages always come with the risk of omitting some important elements. Therefore many email clients allow users to create custom filter rules for automated and periodic email message processing. Custom rules defined in RWZ files determine how messages should be parsed and processed. Email rules can be used to effectively organize messages and filter spam.

Programs which support RWZ file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support RWZ files. Files with RWZ suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Updated: 01/19/2023

How to open file with RWZ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening RWZ files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Outlook Rules Wizard Format 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. Download and install Microsoft Outlook

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports RWZ files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Microsoft Outlook or one to the listed programs: Microsoft Office. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Microsoft Outlook installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Outlook and update if needed

If the problems with opening RWZ files still occur even after installing Microsoft Outlook, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Outlook 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 Microsoft Outlook installed, it may not support RWZ format. The most recent version of Microsoft Outlook is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Outlook to RWZ files

If you have the latest version of Microsoft Outlook installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage RWZ on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the RWZ file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Microsoft Outlook is installed, check the Always use this app to open RWZ files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the RWZ file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Microsoft Outlook and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with RWZ extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the RWZ is not faulty

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 RWZ file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the RWZ file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. RWZ file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the RWZ 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. When downloading the file with RWZ extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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 Outlook Rules Wizard Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle Microsoft Outlook

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support RWZ files. Close all running programs and try opening the RWZ file.

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Outlook Rules Wizard Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle RWZ files.

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