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Open MTW File

The MTW file extension is a workspace or data file created by Minitab, a statistical software package used in quality and supply chain management.

More about Minitab

Minitab is a statistical package developed by the Triola Statistics Company under the authorship and tutelage of researchers Barbara F. Ryan, Thomas A. Ryan, Jr., and Brian L. Joiner who were working at the Pennsylvania State University at the time, in the year 1972.

It started as a light version of OMNITAB 80, a statistical analysis program from the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

Minitab is also currently the name of the company that produces other statistical software, such as:

Minitab Connect: which helps companies centralize and organize their data.
Real Time SPC: is an e-learning package that teaches statistical concepts.
Minitab Workspace: provides project planning and visualization tools.
Minitab Engage: which is a tool for managing ideas and innovation, as well as for managing Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing implementations.
Model OPS: helps business analysts and engineers implement their own Machine Learning and Predictive models.
SPM: stands for Salford Predictive Modeler, is a Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics Software, similar to Model OPS, but not for visual modelling.
Minitab Education Hub: works as a Self-guided learning paths, with resources and access to training all in one place.

The MTW file extension contains a worksheet with data organized in the form of a grid of rows and columns, and is used not only for Minitab (as statistical software), but also for the other software packages developed by the company.

Basically, the MTW file is used to store company data and to provide input to Minitab for statistical analysis and charting.

Software to open and work with a MTW file

Minitab

How Can I Open MTW File on Windows

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

How Can I Open MTW File on Mac OS

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

How Can I Open MTW File on Android

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

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

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