since 2000
Opening MAW Files
The MAW file type is primarily associated with Access.
What is a MAW file
MAW files mostly belong to Access by Microsoft Corporation. Use our "Online MAW Text Viewer" below to analyze your MAW file and to see all text it contains.
How to open a MAW file
You need a suitable software like Access to open a MAW file. You need a suitable software like Access from Microsoft Corporation to open a MAW 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 MAW file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a MAW file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.
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4 Steps to Open an Unknown .MAW File
Since .MAW files can come from different programs, they aren't universally openable.
- Identify the Source: Receiving this file from a database administrator or a legacy web workflow strongly suggests it is a Microsoft Access Data Access Page.
- Check the Header: Inspect the first few bytes using a text editor or hex viewer.
- HTML or XML tags often indicate a web-based data page.
- Readable text referencing "Microsoft Corporation" implies a database-related file.
- Use the Original Software: The original program is usually required to open the file properly. Try Microsoft Access, a compatible web browser, or ask the sender if you remain uncertain.
- Use this Webpage: Drag and drop the file into our viewer to detect the format, extract readable text or metadata, and preview it when possible.
Technical Data for MAW File Extension
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: Access.Shortcut.DataAccessPage.1, FileType: Microsoft Access Data Access Page Shortcut, AppName: Microsoft Access
EXEFile: MSACCESS.EXE
EXEFile: MSACCESS.EXE
ProgramID: Access.Shortcut.DataAccessPage.1, FileType: Microsoft Access Data Access Page Shortcut, AppName: Microsoft Access for Windows
EXEFile: MSACCESS.EXE
EXEFile: MSACCESS.EXE
ProgramID: Access.Shortcut.DataAccessPage.1, FileType: Microsoft Office Access Data Access Page Shortcut, AppName: Microsoft Office Access
ProgramID: Access.Shortcut.DataAccessPage.1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Archivos comunes\Microsoft Shared\Access Runtime\Office10\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage %1]
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Archivos comunes\Microsoft Shared\Access Runtime\Office10\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage %1]
ProgramID: Access.Shortcut.DataAccessPage.1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office\Office10\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage %1]
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office\Office10\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage %1]
ProgramID: Access.Shortcut.DataAccessPage.1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage %1]
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage %1]
ProgramID: Access.Shortcut.DataAccessPage.1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office\Office\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage %1]
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office\Office\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage %1]
ProgramID: Access.Shortcut.DataAccessPage.1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\OfficeXP\Office10\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage %1]
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\OfficeXP\Office10\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage %1]
ProgramID: Access.Shortcut.DataAccessPage.1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office 2007\Office12\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage]
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office 2007\Office12\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage]
ProgramID: Access.Shortcut.DataAccessPage.1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office2007\Office12\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage]
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office2007\Office12\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage]
ProgramID: Access.Shortcut.DataAccessPage.1
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office\Art\Office10\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage]
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Microsoft Office\Art\Office10\MSACCESS.EXE /NOSTARTUP /SHELLSYSTEM [OpenDataAccessPage]
a maw Data Access Page is a special file format by Microsoft Corporation and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.
How to solve problems with MAW files
- Associate the MAW file extension with the correct application.
- Update your software that should actually open data access pages. Because only the current version supports the latest MAW file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the Microsoft Corporation manufacturer website after an available Access update.
- To make sure that your MAW file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
- Click here to open your .MAW file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.