ACW File Extension

What is ACW file?

ACW is a file extension commonly associated with Windows Accessibility Wizard Format files. Windows Accessibility Wizard Format format was developed by Microsoft. ACW files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. ACW file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard software for managing ACW files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support ACW file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support ACW files. ACW files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with ACW extension?

Being unable to open files with ACW extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Windows Accessibility Wizard Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with ACW files.

Step 1. Download and install Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard

Problems with opening and working with ACW files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with ACW files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard or one of the recommended programs (for example, Microsoft Windows) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard and update if needed

If you already have Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard installed on your systems and ACW files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard installed, it may not support ACW format. The most recent version of Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open ACW files to Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard

After installing Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open ACW files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the ACW file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard is installed, check the Always use this app to open ACW files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the ACW file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with ACW extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the ACW file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the ACW file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The ACW may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the ACW file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the ACW file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Verify that the ACW file’s structure is intact

If the ACW file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. It could happen the the download process of file with ACW extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Windows Accessibility Wizard

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support ACW files. Close all running programs and try opening the ACW file.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Windows Accessibility Wizard Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle ACW files.

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