SHW is a file extension commonly associated with Corel Presentation files. Corel defined the Corel Presentation format standard. SHW files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. SHW file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. The most popular program for handling SHW files is WordPerfect Office, but users can choose among 3 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Corel Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theWordPerfect Office software, but also about SHW and other supported file formats.
Below is a table that list programs that support SHW files. Files with SHW suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.
Problems with accessing SHW may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with SHW files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.
Problems with opening and working with SHW files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with SHW files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install WordPerfect Office or one to the listed programs: CorelDRAW, Corel Presentations, PMView Pro. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading WordPerfect Office installed is by going to developer’s website (Corel Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.
If the problems with opening SHW files still occur even after installing WordPerfect Office, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of WordPerfect Office is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that WordPerfect Office cannot handle files with SHW may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of WordPerfect Office is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.
If you have the latest version of WordPerfect Office installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SHW on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent
The procedure to change the default program in Windows
The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS
You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper SHW file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.
If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the SHW file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the SHW file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. SHW file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.
Did you receive the SHW 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. It could happen the the download process of file with SHW extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.
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.
The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support SHW files. Close all running programs and try opening the SHW file.
Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Corel Presentation file. It may be the case that the SHW files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.
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