File Extension Database

Open DRW File

In principle, a DRW extension file is a generic drawing format used by a number of different programs. It typically stores image data in a vector format, which uses lines (or paths) to represent the image instead of points.

Micrografx DESIGNER

In this case, a DRW file is a drawing format used by Micrografx Designer, a program for making technical drawings, widely used in engineering, construction, and other related fields.

Micrografx DESIGNER is vector-based, and was originally developed by Micrografx, which was purchased by Corel in 2001.

This program was later marketed as Corel DESIGNER 9.

4Design

4Design is an industrial design and industrial product development company based in Sydney, Australia that excels at crafting solutions for a variety of different fields including medical product design, consumer product design, startups, industrial equipment design, mining industrial design, transportation, infrastructure, sports design, and audio product design, to name a few.

microCAD Designer

It is a software created by microCADD Institute which was founded by graduates from the University of the Philippines.

It is an Autodesk Authorized Training Center and Autodesk Authorized Certification Center.

ANVIL 1000MD

It is a 2D CAD program used by mechanical engineers and tool designers, which uses the DRW format to store the drawing of a part, including layout and dimensions.

ANVIL is a two-dimensional computer-aided drafting and design software.

It is a fairly simple software in its interface, however, it is one of the best practical tools used daily by mechanical engineers, drafters and tool designers all over the world.

The user takes control, instead of being overwhelmed by the presentation of excessive options and unfamiliar terminology.

Software to open and work with a DRW file

Micrografx DESIGNER
4Design
microCAD Designer (Not Available)
ANVIL 1000MD

How Can I Open DRW File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open DRW file is to find a DRW file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DRW file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open DRW file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as DRW file opener then try to search online for "DRW viewer", "application to open DRW file" or "open DRW file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open DRW file

How Can I Open DRW File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a DRW file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DRW file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with DRW file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as DRW file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open DRW file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open DRW file then try to search for "DRW viewer", "application to open DRW file" or "read DRW file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read DRW file

How Can I Open DRW File on Android

If you downloaded a DRW file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded DRW file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "DRW".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "DRW viewer", "DRW file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open DRW File on iPhone or iPad

To open DRW File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the DRW file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "DRW". This way you can find apps which can open DRW files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "DRW viewer" or "DRW file" online in your favorite search engine.

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