File Extension Database

Open HWP File

HWP file extension is used to a Korean word processor, Hangul. HWP stands for Hangul Word Processor, a software application with text and features written in the Korean language. File with this extension can be run on cross-platform. Support includes PC, Mac, and Linux.

Hangul Word Processor is developed by the Korean company Haansoft Corporation. Files saved using Hangul office applications will give the file extension HWP. Hangul software can open documents saved with .doc extension. On the other hand HWP can also be opened through Microsoft Office application by downloading the conversion program that will convert the content of the document.

HWP files are commonly used in South Korea which created a disadvantage for users unfamiliar with the software. However, Microsoft Office and Hangul can work together to read HWP file extension.

During the release of Hangul version 2000, the company was in the verge of bankruptcy due to widespread of pirated software. But with the support from the government, the company was able to recover after users were encouraged to purchase genuine software.

OpenOffice.org applications are able to open HWP files created with Hangul '97. Hangul Viewer 2007 created by Haansoft can also be use to open HWP files. This software can be downloaded by visiting their website.

How Can I Open HWP File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open HWP file is to find a HWP file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a HWP 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 HWP 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 HWP file opener then try to search online for "HWP viewer", "application to open HWP file" or "open HWP file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open HWP file

How Can I Open HWP File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a HWP file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a HWP 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 HWP file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as HWP file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open HWP file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open HWP file then try to search for "HWP viewer", "application to open HWP file" or "read HWP file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read HWP file

How Can I Open HWP File on Android

If you downloaded a HWP 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 HWP 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 "HWP".
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 "HWP viewer", "HWP 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 HWP File on iPhone or iPad

To open HWP 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 HWP 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 "HWP". This way you can find apps which can open HWP 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 "HWP viewer" or "HWP file" online in your favorite search engine.