STW File Extension

What is STW file?

STW filename suffix is mostly used for StarOffice Document Template files. Oracle defined the StarOffice Document Template format standard. Files with STW extension may be used by programs distributed for Linux, Mac OS, Windows platform. Files with STW extension are categorized as Text Files files. The Text Files subset comprises 440 various file formats. Apache OpenOffice supports STW files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 9 other tools may also be used. On the official website of Apache Software Foundation developer not only will you find detailed information about theApache OpenOffice software, but also about STW and other supported file formats.

Programs which support STW file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open STW files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. Files with STW 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 STW extension?

Being unable to open files with STW extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with STW extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with STW files.

Step 1. Download and install Apache OpenOffice

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening STW files is that no program that can handle STW files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Apache OpenOffice or different compatible program, such as AbiWord, LibreOffice, StarOffice. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Apache OpenOffice installed is by going to developer’s website (Apache Software Foundation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Apache OpenOffice

You still cannot access STW files although Apache OpenOffice is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why STW files are not compatible with Apache OpenOffice. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Apache OpenOffice.

Step 3. Associate StarOffice Document Template files with Apache OpenOffice

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

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the STW file
• 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 Apache OpenOffice installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open STW files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the STW file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with STW extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the STW is not faulty

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 STW file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

Should it happed that the STW is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the STW file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. STW file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with STW extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic STW file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with STW 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. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the StarOffice Document Template file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Apache OpenOffice

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

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 StarOffice Document Template files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the STW files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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