File Extension Database

Open VWX File

VWX extension files are used as save files for VectorWorks, they contain a 2D or 3D design created with Vectorworks CAD software.

VectorWorks, in its Architec, Landmark and Spotlight versions, is comprehensive 2D and 3D CAD drawing software for Mac and Windows, developed by Nemetschek, a leading company in architectural software products, based in Munich, Germany.

It features a more efficient drawing, as well as easier modeling, faster rendering, and better documentation.

With this cross-platform software, designers can build visual models with their respective data without sacrificing the design process, thus collaborating efficiently throughout the project life cycle.

The VWX file contains two-dimensional drawing images or three-dimensional models.

To work with a VWX file you must have the following software installed on your system:

VectorWorks

How Can I Open VWX File on Windows

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

How Can I Open VWX File on Mac OS

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

How Can I Open VWX File on Android

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

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