DWS File
What are DWS files and how to open them
Are you having problems opening a DWS file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.
What is a DWS file?
A .DWS file is a Dyalog APL WorkSpace file.
We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.
How to open DWS files
Important: Different programs may use files with the DWS file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your DWS file is, you may need to try a few different programs.
While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested ten different DWS openers which you will find listed below.
Last updated: March 26, 2023
Various apps that use files with this extension
These apps are known to open certain types of DWS files. Remember, different programs may use DWS files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.
![]() | AutoCAD | User submitted |
![]() | DWG TrueView | User submitted |
![]() | AutoCAD LT | User submitted |
![]() | DraftSight | User submitted |
![]() | NetOp Remote Control | User submitted |
![]() | Ulead DVD Workshop | User submitted |
![]() | GstarCAD | User submitted |
![]() | VidCAD OEM | User submitted |
![]() | CorelCAD | User submitted |
![]() | AOEMView | User submitted |
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