since 2000
Opening a DWC File
The DWC file type is primarily associated with Design Workshop.
What is a DWC file?
DWC files mostly belong to Design Workshop. DWC files are used to store 3D model data. They are made for design tasks where clear 3D geometry is needed.
These files are known in two ways:A 3D model file used in design workflows A file sometimes called a Deep Web Cravings file They hold structured information about shapes and models. You can open them with 3D viewing or modeling software that supports the DWC format.
FilExt.com tip: For additional details and software support, visit the Design Workshop webpage.
These files are known in two ways:
FilExt.com tip: For additional details and software support, visit the Design Workshop webpage.
How can I open a DWC file?
You need a suitable software like Design Workshop to open a DWC file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your DWC file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a DWC file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.
Online DWC Text Viewer
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Programs that open and convert DWC files:
- Design Workshop
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. DWC files are often referred to as Design Workshop 3d images because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
- Compressed ArchiveThe Mime types used with this association are: application/dwc.
- NetOp
Technical Data for DWC File Extension
File classification:
3D Image
Mime type:
application/dwc
The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.
ProgramID: PowerDesk Archive, FileType: PowerDesk Archive, AppName: PowerDesk
ProgramID: PowerDesk.Archive, FileType: PowerDesk.Archive, AppName: PowerDesk
EXEFile: PDExplo.exe
EXEFile: PDExplo.exe
ProgramID: PowerDesk.Archive, FileType: PowerDesk.Archive, AppName: PowerDesk Pro
ProgramID: ZipMagic DWC
ProgramID: PowerDesk.Archive
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ontrack\PowerDesk\PDExplo.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Ontrack\PowerDesk\PDExplo.exe %1
ProgramID: PowerDesk.Archive
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\VCOM\PowerDesk\PDExplo.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\VCOM\PowerDesk\PDExplo.exe %1
ProgramID: PowerDesk.Archive
EXEFile: Y:\Ontrack\PowerDesk\PDExplo.exe %1
EXEFile: Y:\Ontrack\PowerDesk\PDExplo.exe %1
ProgramID: toonstudio
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Dreamworks\Make a Movie\mam.exe %1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Dreamworks\Make a Movie\mam.exe %1
ProgramID: PowerDesk.Archive
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PowerDesk\PDExplo.exe
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\PowerDesk\PDExplo.exe
a dwc model file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.
How to solve problems with DWC files
- Associate the DWC file extension with the correct application.
- Update your software that should actually open model files. Because only the current version supports the latest DWC file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Design Workshop update.
- To make sure that your DWC file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
- Click here to open your .DWC file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.