Opening a BWS File

The BWS file type is primarily associated with Brady Workstation.

BWS	File extension: BWS
	File type:	proprietary data file

What is a BWS file?

BWS files mostly belong to Brady Workstation. BWS files have two specialized uses. The most common usage is as a Brady label file created by Brady Workstation. This file holds layout and configuration data for label design, used in tasks like creating product labels and inventory tags.
Another use is for storing bridge game records. In this case, the file functions as a game database, built on the JetDB engine. It is used by applications such as BridgePal and related systems like Bridge Base Online (also known as the Bridge game database from Bridgemate/Bridge Baron).
Usage hints include:

Label File: Open with Brady Workstation to edit or print labels.

Bridge Database: Use BridgePal or compatible bridge game database viewers.

FilExt.com note: Choosing the right application is essential, as the two uses require different software environments.

How to open a BWS file

You need a suitable software like Brady Workstation to open a BWS 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 BWS file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a BWS file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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Programs that open and convert BWS files:

Brady Workstation
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. BWS files are often referred to as Brady Workstation data files because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
BlindWrite (Ver. 4 Subchannel Data File) by VSO-Software
BlindWrite extracts the characteristics of your CD/DVD media to your hard drive to reproduce a workable backup copy of your media.
Enot (External Photo Viewer Settings) by Acritum Software
Enot is a photo-cataloging software and external photo database and search engine that integrates with your favorite photo viewer. It works with almost any photo viewer that supports the command line. The identifying characters used for this association are - Hex: 5B 50 48 4F 54 4F 56 49 45 57 45 52 53 45 54 54 49 4E 47 53 5D 0D 0, ASCII: [PHOTOVIEWERSETTINGS].

Technical Data for BWS File Extension

File classification:

Data

Related files:

bwp, lbl, jet, bbdb, bsw, zip, b6i, bwt, bwi, db

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: BlindWrite Subcode file
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\vso\blindwrite\BlindWrite.exe %1

ProgramID: BWS_file
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\VSO\BlindWrite\Blindwrite.exe

a bws proprietary data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with BWS files

Associate the BWS file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open proprietary data files. Because only the current version supports the latest BWS file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Brady Workstation update.
To make sure that your BWS file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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