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What are DWF files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a DWF file or are you simply curious about its contents? We're here to explain the properties of these files and provide you with software that can open or handle your DWF files.

What is a DWF file?

A .DWF file is an Autodesk Design Web Format file.

DWF is an acronym for Design Web Format or Drawing Web Format. Files that contain the .dwf file extension are computer drawing files that have been created by the AutoCAD and/or Inventor computer-aided drawing software applications.

The DWF files usually contain information about a CAD design including graphics and text.

The DWF file format was developed by Autodesk in order to allow for the easier distribution of design data to users who need to view or print the design files. Files that have been saved in the DWF format are highly compressed, making them easier to download and transmit.

How to open DWF files

We have identified five DWF openers that are compatible with this specific type of DWF file.

Programs that open Autodesk Design Web Format files

AutoCADAutoCADVerified
ABViewerABViewerVerified
eDrawings RapidFire LiteeDrawings RapidFire LiteVerified
CorelCADCorelCADVerified
DWG TrueViewDWG TrueViewVerified

Last updated: February 20, 2024

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of DWF files. Remember, different programs may use DWF files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.

ZWCADZWCADUser submitted
Autodesk Volo View ExpressAutodesk Volo View ExpressUser submitted
OpenText Brava!OpenText Brava!User submitted
CodeWarriorCodeWarriorUser submitted
Adobe AcrobatAdobe AcrobatUser submitted
DWGSee ApplicationDWGSee ApplicationUser submitted
Autodesk Express ViewerAutodesk Express ViewerDiscontinued
Volo View ExpressVolo View ExpressDiscontinued
Autodesk ViewAutodesk ViewUser submitted
Maxthon BrowserMaxthon BrowserUser submitted

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