What's the HPW File?

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HPW File Summary

File Extension HPW has only one distinct file type (Hewlett-Packard Word Document File format) and is mostly associated with a single related software program from Corel (Corel WordPerfect). Generally, these files are considered Text Files.

Both desktop and mobile devices enable you to view and (sometimes) edit these files, depending on the software used. With a Popularity Rating of "Low", these files are not very common to your average computer user.

Please see the detailed information below to learn more about HPW files and the programs that can open them. In addition, we provide simple troubleshooting information to help you open your HPW file.

Low
Universality
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File Status

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2018

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HPW Types


Primary HPW File Association

.HPW
File ID:.hpw
Classification:Hewlett-Packard Word Document File

The file contains a document written in HP Word document file format for the word editor and processor developed by Hewlett - Packard.

Company: Hewlett-Packard
Class:Text Files
Folder: HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.hpw

Software Programs That Open The Hewlett-Packard Word Document File:


Corel WordPerfect by Corel

Windows

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HPW File Popularity


Operating System Rankings

Windows (82.33%)
Android (11.56%)
iOS (3.43%)
Macintosh (1.71%)
Linux (0.60%)


Troubleshooting Problems Opening HPW Files


Troubles Opening HPW Files

Missing Corel WordPerfect

When trying to open your HPW file, you get the error "Can't Open HPW File Type". If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Corel WordPerfect for %%os%% installed on your computer. Your operating system cannot associate your HPW with Corel WordPerfect, so double-clicking the file won't work.


Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your HPW, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").


Outdated Corel WordPerfect

In other instances, your Hewlett-Packard Word Document File file version may not be supported by your version of Corel WordPerfect. If you do not have the proper version Corel WordPerfect (or any of the other programs listed above), you may need to try downloading a different version of it, or one of the other software applications listed above. This problem is predominately due to having a Hewlett-Packard Word Document File file version that was created by a newer version of Corel WordPerfect than what you have installed on your PC.


Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of HPW file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).


Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening HPW files are due to having the wrong version of Corel WordPerfect installed.


Other HPW File Issues

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Corel WordPerfect will resolve your issue. Other HPW opening errors can be created by other system problems inside of %%os%%. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):

  • File references in the Windows Registry for HPW are wrong
  • Unintentional removal of the description of the HPW file inside the Windows Registry
  • Corrupt install of Corel WordPerfect or other HPW-related program
  • File corruption affecting your HPW file
  • Past or present virus infection has affected your HPW
  • Hardware associated with HPW has outdated drivers
  • Windows cannot load your Hewlett-Packard Word Document File file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)

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