DWL File - opening and understanding
Did your computer fail to open a DWL file? We explain what they are used for and recommend software that we know can open or otherwise handle your .DWL files.
What is a DWL file?
Files that contain the .dwl file extension are most commonly associated with the TurboCAD 2D and 3D design software applications. The DWL files that are used by these programs contain lock files of the TCW files that are being used by the application.
When more than one user access the same TCW drawing, a DWL file is created to prevent the actual file from becoming corrupted or accidentally overwritten. The DWL file allows a user to view a copy of the file, but does not allow for editing of the file while the original file is open. The DWL file is automatically deleted once the file has been closed.
How to open DWL files
You will need a program compatible with the specific file you are trying to open, as different programs may use files with file extension DWL for different purposes.
While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 7 different DWL openers which you will find listed below.
Suggest another file format using extension DWL
While we know of one file format using the .DWL file extension, there may be more. It is widespread that different programs use files with the same file extension for very different types of data. Please let us know if you are aware of a different kind of .DWL file.
Various viewers for this file format
These apps are known to open certain types of DWL files. Remember, different programs may use DWL files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.
 | DWGSee Application | User submitted |
 | AutoCAD | User submitted |
 | Jw_cad | User submitted |
 | Adobe Acrobat | User submitted |
 | TurboCAD | User submitted |
 | Contronics Guardus | User submitted |
 | Autodesk Design Review | User submitted |
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