SWJ File Extension

What is SWJ file?

Full format name of files that use SWJ extension is SolidWorks Journal Format. SolidWorks Journal Format specification was created by Dassault Systemes. Files with SWJ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. SWJ file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. The most popular software that supports SWJ files is SolidWorks. On the official website of SolidWorks Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theSolidWorks software, but also about SWJ and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SWJ file extension

The following listing features SWJ-compatible programs. SWJ 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 SWJ extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening SWJ files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with SWJ extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Get the SolidWorks

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports SWJ files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install SolidWorks. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support SWJ files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit SolidWorks website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update SolidWorks to the latest version

If the problems with opening SWJ files still occur even after installing SolidWorks, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of SolidWorks is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that SolidWorks cannot handle files with SWJ may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of SolidWorks is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign SolidWorks to SWJ files

If you have the latest version of SolidWorks installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SWJ on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the SWJ file and choose 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 SolidWorks installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open SWJ files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SWJ extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select SolidWorks and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with SWJ extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

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

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the SWJ file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the SWJ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the SWJ file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the SWJ file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the SWJ file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the SWJ file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the SolidWorks Journal Format file.

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

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with SolidWorks Journal Format file. It may be the case that the SWJ files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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