All about WSW Files

The WSW file type is primarily associated with OpenBox Upgrade Tool.

WSWFile Extension WSW
 File extension: WSW
File type:  firmware file

What is a WSW file?

WSW files mostly belong to OpenBox Upgrade Tool. Firmware and SQL variants: Your WSW file may serve two functions. In most cases it is a firmware file used with the OpenBox Upgrade Tool to update satellite receivers. This file holds low‐level instructions that control hardware functions.
Firmware file details:
  • Firmware component: Contains code for device operation and upgrade.
  • Upgrade usage: Used by the OpenBox Upgrade Tool to flash new firmware.
    • In some cases, the WSW file follows the SQLite format and acts as a database file.
    SQL/SQLite variant:
  • Database file: Stores information in an SQLite structure.
  • Data access: Can be opened with SQLite tools such as those found at SQLite.org.
    • FilExt.com tip: Review any device or file documentation to determine which type applies, and always back up the file before making changes.

    How to open WSW files

    You need a suitable software like OpenBox Upgrade Tool to open a WSW 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 WSW file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a WSW 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 WSW files:

    1. OpenBox Upgrade Tool
      See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. WSW files are often referred to as OpenBox Upgrade Tool systems because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
    2. WebSite-Watcher (Bookmark File) by Martin Aignesberger
      WebSite-Watcher allows you to monitor websites for updates and changes. This is a ZIP file with password-protected archives inside. This file format is classified as Archive.
    3. WorkShelf (Theme) by Winstep Software Technologies
      WorkShelf is a desktop organization tool.

    Technical Data for WSW File Extension

    File classification:
    System
    Related files:
    fw, rom, sws, zip, wsw_bak5, wsw_bak, wsw_bak2, bin, img, db, sqlite

    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: WordSearchFactory.Worksheet
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Schoolhouse Technologies\Word Search Factory Lite\WordSearchFactoryLite.exe %1
    ProgramID: ZipZag.wsw
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ZipZag\zipzag.exe %1

    a wsw firmware file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

    How to solve problems with WSW files

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