SRW File Extension

What is SRW file?

Every camera takes some sort of RAW image, and the Samsung camera is no different. RAW images differ from normal images in the sense that they store more information, such as exposure or white balance. The Samsung SRW Image format is specifically used by Samsung digital camera. The RAW images need some form of editing or touchup before they can be forward for processing or publication. RAW images can be opened using various software such as Adobe Photoshop.

Programs which support SRW file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open SRW files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. SRW files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 06/07/2020

How to open file with SRW extension?

Problems with accessing SRW may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with SRW 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.

Step 1. Install Samsung RAW Converter software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports SRW files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install Samsung RAW Converter or one to the listed programs: ACDSee, Adobe Photoshop Elements, Sybase PowerBuilder. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download Samsung RAW Converter installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Samsung RAW Converter and update if needed

You still cannot access SRW files although Samsung RAW Converter is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Samsung RAW Converter installed, it may not support SRW format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Samsung RAW Converter.

Step 3. Associate Samsung RAW Image files with Samsung RAW Converter

If you have the latest version of Samsung RAW Converter installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SRW on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the SRW with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Samsung RAW Converter is installed, check the Always use this app to open SRW files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Check the SRW for errors

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

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

If the SRW 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 SRW file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic SRW file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 SRW 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.

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 Samsung RAW Image file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Samsung RAW Converter

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with SRW extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Samsung RAW Image files. It may be the case that the SRW files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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