CWF File: What is it?

Written by:   |   Updated: December 04, 2018

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CWF File Summary

There is one file type associated with the CWF File Extension, the CorelDRAW Workspace File format. According to our database, only CorelDRAW Graphics Suite from Corel will enable you to view these files. The majority of CWF files are considered Settings Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. The main CWF file type has a Popularity Rating of "Low", meaning these files are not frequently present on your typical desktop or mobile device.

Interested to learn more about the CWF File Extension? We encourage you to view the detailed file information below to learn about the software that opens CWF files, and other troubleshooting tips.

Low
File Type Popularity
817
Rank

/ 11690

Active

State

4

December

2018

Revised

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Sorts of CWF Files


Main CWF Affiliation

.CWF
Formatting:.cwf
Type:CorelDRAW Workspace File

CWF is a workspace storage for settings saved in the CorelDRAW software. The file comprises palette settings, window positions, and palette settings.

Developer: Corel Corporation
File Category:Settings Files
Subkey: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.cwf

Software Programs That Open The CorelDRAW Workspace File:


CorelDRAW Graphics Suite by Corel

Windows

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CWF Usage


Top Web Browsers

Chrome (58.80%)
Firefox (11.05%)
Internet Explorer (9.04%)
Edge (8.46%)
Safari (3.87%)


Troubleshooting Problems Opening CWF Files


Common Problems Opening CWF Files

Missing CorelDRAW Graphics Suite

When you double-click your CWF file, you may see a dialog box from your operating system stating that it "Cannot Open This File Type". Generally, this is experienced in %%os%% because CorelDRAW Graphics Suite isn't installed on your PC. The typical path of opening your CWF with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.


Tip: Another CWF-related program can be selected to open the file by clicking "Show Apps" and finding the application.


CorelDRAW Graphics Suite is Out-of-Date

Your CorelDRAW Workspace File file is incompatible with CorelDRAW Graphics Suite because you might have the wrong version installed. Visit the Corel website to download (or purchase) the latest version of CorelDRAW Graphics Suite. This issue mainly occurs when your CorelDRAW Workspace File file was created by a newer version of CorelDRAW Graphics Suite than you have on your PC.


Tip: If you right-click on your CWF file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.


Regardless, most of the CWF file opening problems relate to not having the right version of CorelDRAW Graphics Suite installed.


Other Causes of CWF File Opening Problems

Errors opening CorelDRAW Workspace File files can still occur even with the latest CorelDRAW Graphics Suite software installed on your computer. If you're still experiencing problems opening CWF files, there could be other computer problems. These issues include:

  • File references in the Windows Registry for CWF are wrong
  • Deletion of the CWF file description from the Registry by mistake
  • Defective install of a CWF program, such as CorelDRAW Graphics Suite
  • Your CWF can't be loaded properly (file corruption)
  • Your CWF is infected with malware
  • Device drivers of the hardware associated with your CWF file are corrupt or out-of-date
  • Your computer does not have the adequate system resources to open the CorelDRAW Workspace File format

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