RW5 File Extension

What is RW5 file?

RW5 filename suffix is mostly used for Survey Pro Data files. Spectra Precision defined the Survey Pro Data format standard. RW5 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on system platform. RW5 file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling RW5 files is , but users can choose among -1 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support RW5 file extension

Files with RW5 suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with RW5 extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening RW5 files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Survey Pro Data 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 RW5 files.

Step 1. Download and install

Problems with opening and working with RW5 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with RW5 files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update to the latest version

If you already have installed on your systems and RW5 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. The reason that cannot handle files with RW5 may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open RW5 files to

After installing (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open RW5 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

• Clicking the RW5 with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open RW5 files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected RW5 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with RW5 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the RW5 is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the RW5 file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the RW5 file for viruses or malware

If the RW5 is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the RW5 file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the RW5 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with RW5 extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Survey Pro Data file.

4. Check whether your system can handle

If the systems has insufficient resources to open RW5 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Survey Pro Data files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the RW5 files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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