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    • File extension .DWG
    • Dateiendung .DWG
    • .DWGファイルの拡張子
    • Extension de fichier .DWG
    • Extension de archivo .DWG
    • Estensione del file .DWG

How to open file with .DWG extension?

Don’t you know what program to use to convert the .DWG file? Do you want to convert a .DWG file into a different format? Below you will find helpful information.

File extension .DWG

Full Name Developer Category
AutoCAD Drawing Format Autodesk CAD Files
.DWG

The DWG file (short for "drawing") is an AutoCAD drawing database file used to store two and three-dimensional design data and metadata. It is a proprietary format created and controlled by Autodesk to store CAD data and in some instances it can also include user-defined object data. The latest version of the DWG file format released by Autodesk is AutoCAD 2020 DWG. DWG files can be opened by a variety of programs, such as AutoCAD and LT, as well as the open-source software program called LibreCAD.

DWG File Structure

The DWG file format contains both binary and plain ASCII elements containing object definitions, typesmetadata, and raster image data. It stores object data in a database structure similar to the Windows registry. It consists of sections that contain records, which in turn contain data fields and links to other records or binary objects. The sections are SecHeader, SecClasses, SecObjects, SecEntities, SecBlocks, SectionsTexts, SectionsLayers, and SecTables. In addition to the elements of the drawing database and metadata about the drawing, DWG files may also contain properties for the document view such as style sheets, grid sizes, layer properties, color settings etc.

Similar File Types

The DWG file type is closely related to newer versions of .DWF, .DXF, .DXB, and .SVF.

Programs for WINDOWS system
  • AutoCAD AutoCAD
  • Autodesk Design Review Autodesk Design Review
  • DWG TrueView DWG TrueView
  • DWGSee DWGSee
  • ABViewer ABViewer
  • TurboCAD TurboCAD
  • DoubleCAD DoubleCAD
  • Canvas Canvas
  • CorelCAD CorelCAD
  • progeCAD progeCAD
  • ArchiCAD ArchiCAD
  • Adobe Illustrator Adobe Illustrator
  • DrawPlus DrawPlus
  • Bricsys Bricscad Bricsys Bricscad
  • DraftSight DraftSight
  • DWG DXF Sharp Viewer DWG DXF Sharp Viewer
  • Autodesk Inventor Autodesk Inventor
  • Pro/Engineer Pro/Engineer
  • Solid Edge Solid Edge
  • SolidWorks SolidWorks
  • SketchUp SketchUp
  • eDrawings Viewer eDrawings Viewer
  • CorelDraw Graphics Suite CorelDraw Graphics Suite
  • Any PDF to DWG Converter Any PDF to DWG Converter
  • CATIA CATIA
Programs for MAC system
  • AutoCAD AutoCAD
  • CorelCAD CorelCAD
  • iCADMac iCADMac
  • ArchiCAD ArchiCAD
  • Adobe Illustrator Adobe Illustrator
Programs for LINUX system
  • Bricsys Bricscad Bricsys Bricscad
  • DraftSight DraftSight
Programs for Android system
  • DWGSee DWGSee
  • Fusion 360 Fusion 360
Programs for IOS system
  • Fusion 360 Fusion 360

After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .DWG) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .DWG extension.

When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.

Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .DWG file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .DWG extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .DWG extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .DWG file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.

Other instructions

If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .DWG file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.

In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .DWG file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .DWG file) will be extended to the maximum.

It is also good to check

  • if the .DWG file has no errors
  • or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
In such a case it is best to try to download the .DWG file again from the same source on the Internet (or look for another source). If you received the file from another person, ask this person to re-send it. However, if the file was copied from some media, repeat the copying operation.

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Similar file extensions

  • File extension .DWF
  • File extension .DW3
  • File extension .DW2
  • File extension .DWK
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Conversion of a DWG file

  • DWG to PRT
  • DWG to 3DS
  • DWG to AI
  • DWG to ASC
  • DWG to ASM
  • DWG to DXF
  • DWG to EMZ
  • DWG to PDF
  • DWG to PLT
  • DWG to PS
  • DWG to SAT
  • DWG to SCM
  • DWG to SVG
  • DWG to SVGZ
  • DWG to TC2
  • DWG to TC3
  • DWG to TCM
  • DWG to TCW
  • DWG to TCX
  • DWG to VDA
  • DWG to VRL
  • DWG to VRML
  • DWG to W2D
  • DWG to W3D
  • DWG to WRZ
  • DWG to XPR
  • DWG to AC%24
  • DWG to AIT
  • DWG to ART
  • DWG to ASAT
  • DWG to BLK
  • DWG to BMP
  • DWG to BPN
  • DWG to C4D
  • DWG to CAD
  • DWG to CAL
  • DWG to CATPART
  • DWG to CDR
  • DWG to CDT
  • DWG to CGM
  • DWG to CNV
  • DWG to DAE
  • DWG to DC2
  • DWG to DFT
  • DWG to DGN
  • DWG to DRW
  • DWG to DRWDOT
  • DWG to DWF
  • DWG to DWFX
  • DWG to OBJ
  • DWG to PLN
  • DWG to SKP
  • DWG to STEP
  • DWG to STL
  • DWG to JPG
  • DWG to RFA
  • DWG to STP
  • DWG to DWL
  • DWG to DWZ
  • DWG to DXB
  • DWG to DXE
  • DWG to EASM
  • DWG to EDRW
  • DWG to EMF
  • DWG to EPS
  • DWG to EXB
  • DWG to FCD
  • DWG to FCSTD
  • DWG to FLC
  • DWG to GEO
  • DWG to HPGL
  • DWG to IAM
  • DWG to IDW
  • DWG to IFC
  • DWG to IGES
  • DWG to IGR
  • DWG to IGS
  • DWG to IPJ
  • DWG to IPT
  • DWG to IRF
  • DWG to JT
  • DWG to LAY
  • DWG to LCF
  • DWG to MAX
  • DWG to MODEL
  • DWG to ODG
  • DWG to PAR
  • DWG to PLA
  • DWG to PLAN
  • DWG to PLY
  • DWG to PSD
  • DWG to PWD
  • DWG to RTE
  • DWG to RVT
  • DWG to SH3D
  • DWG to SKB
  • DWG to SKF
  • DWG to SLDASM
  • DWG to SLDDRT
  • DWG to SLDDRW
  • DWG to SLDPRT
  • DWG to SV%24
  • DWG to TCD
  • DWG to TCT
  • DWG to TGA
  • DWG to TIFF
  • DWG to VCD
  • DWG to VSD
  • DWG to VSDX
  • DWG to VWX
  • DWG to WRL
  • DWG to X_T
  • DWG to 3DV
  • DWG to NC1
  • DWG to NCZ
  • DWG to DRAW
  • DWG to 2CD
  • DWG to PVZ
  • DWG to ASMDOT
  • DWG to EPRT
  • DWG to DS4
  • DWG to SCDOC
  • DWG to AD_PRT
  • DWG to SHE
  • DWG to MI
  • DWG to SXE
  • DWG to CATDRAWING
  • DWG to AI8
  • DWG to CG4
  • DWG to SOS
  • DWG to PRTPRP
  • DWG to GERBER
  • DWG to DST
  • DWG to XLS
  • DWG to PNG
  • DWG to JPEG
  • DWG to BAK
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