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VW File Extension

Volkswriter Text Format
  • Developer
    Lifetree Software
  • Category
  • Popularity
    3.3 (3 votes)

What is VW file?

Full format name of files that use VW extension is Volkswriter Text Format. Volkswriter Text Format format was developed by Lifetree Software. Files with VW extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with VW extension are categorized as Text Files files. The Text Files subset comprises 440 various file formats. The most popular software that supports VW files is WordPerfect Office. On the official website of Corel Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theWordPerfect Office software, but also about VW and other supported file formats.

Programs which support VW file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support VW files. VW files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Programs that support VW file

How to open file with VW extension?

Problems with accessing VW may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with VW 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. Download and install WordPerfect Office

Install software to open VW file The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports VW files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the WordPerfect Office developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support VW files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download WordPerfect Office installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Corel Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update WordPerfect Office to the latest version

Update software that support file extension VWYou still cannot access VW files although WordPerfect Office is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with VW may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of WordPerfect Office should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign WordPerfect Office to VW files

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

Associate software with VW file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Clicking the VW with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
  • Select Choose another app → More apps
  • Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where WordPerfect Office is installed, check the Always use this app to open VW files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button
Associate software with VW file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

  • Right-click the VW file and select Information
  • Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
  • From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
  • Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with VW extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the VW file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the VW file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

Check VW file for viruses
1. The VW may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the VW 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. VW file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the VW 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 VW 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.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Volkswriter Text Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle WordPerfect Office

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

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Volkswriter Text Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle VW files.

Conversion of a VW file

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