File extension .DWZ
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Compressed AutoCAD Drawing Format | Autodesk | Compressed Files |
DWZ is a .DWZ Compressed AutoCAD Drawing file extension, developed and used by the Autodesk software engineering team. The primary purpose of DWZ files is to reduce the size of a full AutoCAD drawing file (.DWG) so it can be more easily shared or emailed. DWZ files offer higher compression rates and are more secure, as they are password protected in some cases.
DWZ files are also more accessible as they can be opened up and viewed by most any version of AutoCAD, including the free viewer program.
File Information
DWZ files are native to the AutoCAD program created by Autodesk. It stands for "drawing compressed,” and performs a function similar to other compression types like.zip or.rar files. It compresses an AutoCAD drawing file (.DWG) by up to 90%, making it smaller and more easily shareable on the web or via email. Other compression formats like.zip or.rar may be more well-known, but DWZ offers higher compression rates, security against unauthorized access and editing as it can be password protected, and compatibility with all versions of AutoCAD, including the free viewer version.
Similar File Types
Other similar file extensions used by AutoCAD, include.DWF,.DXF,.DWT and.DWS. DWF (drawing web format) is a vector based web publication format, DXF (data exchange format) is an interchange format commonly used for exchanging data between different CAD systems, DWS (drawing workspace file) stores workspace information and drawings generated in AutoCAD, and DWT (drawing template file) supports the template creation process.
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .DWZ) 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 .DWZ 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 .DWZ 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 .DWZ 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 .DWZ extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .DWZ file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .DWZ 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 .DWZ file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .DWZ file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .DWZ file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
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Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
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